Ganighaat - Rohru, Shimla
Ganighaat is a village situated in the Rohru tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Baral serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ganighaat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganighaat is 026541. The village covers a total geographical area of 50.12 hectares and falls under the 171207 pincode. Rohru is the nearest town.
Ganighaat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rohru Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ganighaat
According to the 2011 Census, Ganighaat village had a total population of 157 people, including 82 males and 75 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 915 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.45%, with male literacy at 96.10% and female literacy at 69.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 33.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 157 | 82 | 75 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 16 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 121 | 74 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 36 | 8 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Ganighaat
Ganighaat is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Ganighaat
Ganighaat is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Ganighaat is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ganighaat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ganighaat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ganighaat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ganighaat village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ganighaat
Where is Ganighaat located?
Ganighaat village is located in Rohru Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ganighaat?
The Gram Panchayat of Ganighaat is Baral.
What is the pincode of Ganighaat?
The pincode of Ganighaat is 171207.
What is the population of Ganighaat?
Ganighaat had a total population of 157, including 82 males and 75 females.
How many households are there in Ganighaat?
Ganighaat had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ganighaat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganighaat was 83.45%. Male literacy was 96.10% and female literacy was 69.12%.