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.

Ghalja has its own place in the vibrant Sirmaur 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 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.

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Population of Ghalja

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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

  • The total population of Ghalja village is around 216, including approximately 113 males and 103 females, with a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 35 children aged 0–6 years in Ghalja village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Ghalja village has 87 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Ghalja village is about 52.78%, with male literacy at 59.29% and female literacy at 45.63%.
  • There are around 42 households in Ghalja village.

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.

Kotiaon Koti Dhaman Kandon Haryas Charna Thal Kaknola Bhat Garh Bandal Jamu Kyarta Pipalti Hiyon Nar Khala Kiyar

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%.