Ghandal
Ghandal is a village located in Shimla Rural tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 21km away from Shimla, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Ghandal village. As per 2009 stats, Shakrah is the gram panchayat of Ghandal village.
Ghandal 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 Ghandal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghandal is 024324. The village spans a total geographical area of 114.93 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171011. Jutogh is nearest town to Ghandal village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Ghandal
Below is a concise population overview of Ghandal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 209 | 114 | 95 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 18 | 5 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 46 | 23 | 23 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 170 | 94 | 76 |
Illiterate Population | 39 | 20 | 19 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Ghandal village:
- The total population of Ghandal village is around 209, including approximately 114 males and 95 females, with a sex ratio of 833 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 23 children aged 0–6 years in Ghandal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Ghandal village has 46 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Ghandal village is about 81.34%, with male literacy at 82.46% and female literacy at 80.00%.
- There are around 43 households in Ghandal village.
Connectivity of Ghandal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghandal. As per the 2011 stats, Ghandal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ghandal
Knowing the nearby villages of Ghandal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghandal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ghandal
- Where is Ghandal located?
- Ghandal village is situated in Shimla Rural Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ghandal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Ghandal is Shakrah (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Ghandal?
- The pincode of Ghandal is 171011, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ghandal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghandal is 209, with 114 males and 95 females.
- How many households are there in Ghandal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ghandal village has a total of 43 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ghandal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghandal is 81.34%. The male literacy rate is 82.46%, while the female literacy rate is 80.00%.