Ghuglon - Majra, Sirmaur
Ghuglon is a village situated in the Majra tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 31 km from Nahan. Rampur Bharapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghuglon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghuglon is 023274. The village covers a total geographical area of 90 hectares and falls under the 173021 pincode. Paonta Sahib is the nearest town.
Ghuglon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nahan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghuglon
According to the 2011 Census, Ghuglon village had a total population of 321 people, including 168 males and 153 females, living in 58 households. The sex ratio was 911 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.72%, with male literacy at 81.75% and female literacy at 67.42%.
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 | 321 | 168 | 153 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 31 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 201 | 112 | 89 |
| Illiterate Population | 120 | 56 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Ghuglon
Ghuglon 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 Ghuglon
Public transport in the Ghuglon is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Nahan to Ghuglon is about 31 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 Ghuglon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghuglon 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Ghuglon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghuglon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Ghuglon
Where is Ghuglon located?
Ghuglon village is located in Majra Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghuglon?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghuglon is Rampur Bharapur.
What is the pincode of Ghuglon?
The pincode of Ghuglon is 173021.
What is the population of Ghuglon?
Ghuglon had a total population of 321, including 168 males and 153 females.
How many households are there in Ghuglon?
Ghuglon had 58 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghuglon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghuglon was 74.72%. Male literacy was 81.75% and female literacy was 67.42%.