Ghalaiya
Ghalaiya is a village located in Kotkhai tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 84km away from district headquarter Kotkhai. Kotkhai is the sub-district headquarter of Ghalaiya village. As per 2009 stats, Kyarvi is the gram panchayat of Ghalaiya village.
Ghalaiya has its own place in the vibrant Shimla region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Ghalaiya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghalaiya is 026141. The village spans a total geographical area of 35.99 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171204. Kotkhai is nearest town to Ghalaiya village for all major economic activities.
As per 2019 stats, Ghalaiya village comes under Shimla assembly & parliamentary constituency.
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Population of Ghalaiya
Below is a concise population overview of Ghalaiya as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 75 | 39 | 36 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 67 | 34 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 8 | 5 | 3 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Ghalaiya village:
- The total population of Ghalaiya village is around 75, including approximately 39 males and 36 females, with a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 7 children aged 0–6 years in Ghalaiya village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Ghalaiya village has 5 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Ghalaiya village is about 89.33%, with male literacy at 87.18% and female literacy at 91.67%.
- There are around 20 households in Ghalaiya village.
Connectivity of Ghalaiya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghalaiya. As per the 2011 stats, Ghalaiya had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ghalaiya
Knowing the nearby villages of Ghalaiya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghalaiya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ghalaiya
- Where is Ghalaiya located?
- Ghalaiya village is situated in Kotkhai Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ghalaiya?
- The Gram Panchayat of Ghalaiya is Kyarvi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Ghalaiya?
- The pincode of Ghalaiya is 171204, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ghalaiya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghalaiya is 75, with 39 males and 36 females.
- How many households are there in Ghalaiya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ghalaiya village has a total of 20 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ghalaiya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghalaiya is 89.33%. The male literacy rate is 87.18%, while the female literacy rate is 91.67%.