Ghalja
Ghalja is a village located in Renuka tehsil of Sirmaur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 52km away from district headquarter Sangrah. Sangrah is the sub-district headquarter of Ghalja village. As per 2009 stats, Jammu Koti is the gram panchayat of Ghalja village.
Here you can discover what makes Ghalja unique in its vibrant Renuka-Sirmaur region. You’ll see Ghalja’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Ghalja
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghalja is 023022. The village spans a total geographical area of 154.4 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 173022. Nahan is nearest town to Ghalja village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Ghalja
Population of Ghalja
According to the 2011 Census, Ghalja has a total population of about 216, with approximately 113 males and 103 females. The sex ratio is around 911 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 35 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 87 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 52.78%, with male literacy at about 59.29% and female literacy near 45.63%. There are around 42 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ghalja's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 216 | 113 | 103 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 18 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 87 | 44 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 114 | 67 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 102 | 46 | 56 |
Connectivity of Ghalja
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghalja. As per the 2011 stats, Ghalja 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 Ghalja
Knowing the nearby villages of Ghalja helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghalja.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ghalja
- Where is Ghalja located?
- Ghalja village is situated in Renuka Tehsil, within the Sirmaur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ghalja?
- The Gram Panchayat of Ghalja is Jammu Koti (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Ghalja?
- The pincode of Ghalja is 173022, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ghalja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghalja is 216, with 113 males and 103 females.
- How many households are there in Ghalja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ghalja village has a total of 42 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ghalja as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghalja is 52.78%. The male literacy rate is 59.29%, while the female literacy rate is 45.63%.