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
As per Census 2011, Ganighaat village has a total population of 157 people, consisting of 82 males and 75 females. The village has 33 households and a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males. There are 12 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 121 literate and 36 illiterate residents. Additionally, 33 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ganighaat are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 157 | 82 | 75 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 16 | 17 |
| 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 has a total population of 157, including 82 males and 75 females.
How many households are there in Ganighaat?
There are 33 households in Ganighaat.
What is the literacy rate in Ganighaat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganighaat is 77.07%. Male literacy is 90.24% and female literacy is 62.67%.