Ghatti - Shimla ( Rural ), Shimla
Ghatti is a village situated in the Shimla ( Rural ) tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from Shimla. Baldeyan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghatti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghatti is 024701. The village covers a total geographical area of 174.45 hectares and falls under the 171001 pincode. Shimla is the nearest town.
Ghatti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shimla Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghatti
As per Census 2011, Ghatti village has a total population of 384 people, consisting of 195 males and 189 females. The village has 70 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 30 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 310 literate and 74 illiterate residents. Additionally, 141 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghatti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 384 | 195 | 189 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 14 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 141 | 70 | 71 |
| Literate Population | 310 | 170 | 140 |
| Illiterate Population | 74 | 25 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Ghatti
Ghatti 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 Ghatti
Ghatti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Ghatti is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghatti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghatti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ghatti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghatti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ghatti
Where is Ghatti located?
Ghatti village is located in Shimla ( Rural ) Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghatti?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghatti is Baldeyan.
What is the pincode of Ghatti?
The pincode of Ghatti is 171001.
What is the population of Ghatti?
Ghatti has a total population of 384, including 195 males and 189 females.
How many households are there in Ghatti?
There are 70 households in Ghatti.
What is the literacy rate in Ghatti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghatti is 80.73%. Male literacy is 87.18% and female literacy is 74.07%.