Ghech

Ghech is a village located in Shimla Rural tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 30km away from Shimla, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Ghech village. As per 2009 stats, Ghech Kohbag is the gram panchayat of Ghech village.

Ghech 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 Ghech

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghech is 024364. The village spans a total geographical area of 26 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171103. Shimla is nearest town to Ghech village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Ghech

Below is a concise population overview of Ghech as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 67 36 31
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 7 4 3
Scheduled Castes (SC) 8 5 3
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 52 31 21
Illiterate Population 15 5 10

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Ghech village:

  • The total population of Ghech village is around 67, including approximately 36 males and 31 females, with a sex ratio of 861 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 7 children aged 0–6 years in Ghech village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Ghech village has 8 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Ghech village is about 77.61%, with male literacy at 86.11% and female literacy at 67.74%.
  • There are around 12 households in Ghech village.

Connectivity of Ghech

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghech. As per the 2011 stats, Ghech had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Ghech

Knowing the nearby villages of Ghech helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghech.

Patshal Kalan Patshal Khurd Kharaun Barhawan Kotla Barog Barmani Badog Sialmoo Up Muhal Basti Up Mohal Gunana Khairi

Frequently Asked Questions about Ghech

Where is Ghech located?
Ghech village is situated in Shimla Rural Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghech?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghech is Ghech Kohbag (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Ghech?
The pincode of Ghech is 171103, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Ghech as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghech is 67, with 36 males and 31 females.
How many households are there in Ghech as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Ghech village has a total of 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghech as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghech is 77.61%. The male literacy rate is 86.11%, while the female literacy rate is 67.74%.