Ghaton - Renuka, Sirmaur
Ghaton is a village situated in the Renuka tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Dana-ghaton serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghaton village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghaton is 022997. The village covers a total geographical area of 1299 hectares and falls under the 173023 pincode. Nahan is the nearest town.
Ghaton village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri renukaji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghaton
As per Census 2011, Ghaton village has a total population of 863 people, consisting of 464 males and 399 females. The village has 126 households and a sex ratio of 859 females per 1,000 males. There are 147 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 480 literate and 383 illiterate residents. Additionally, 540 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghaton are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 863 | 464 | 399 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 85 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 540 | 293 | 247 |
| Literate Population | 480 | 297 | 183 |
| Illiterate Population | 383 | 167 | 216 |
Nearby Villages of Ghaton
Ghaton 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 Ghaton
Public transport in the Ghaton 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 Nahan to Ghaton is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghaton
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghaton village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ghaton
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghaton village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ghaton
Where is Ghaton located?
Ghaton village is located in Renuka Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghaton?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghaton is Dana-ghaton.
What is the pincode of Ghaton?
The pincode of Ghaton is 173023.
What is the population of Ghaton?
Ghaton has a total population of 863, including 464 males and 399 females.
How many households are there in Ghaton?
There are 126 households in Ghaton.
What is the literacy rate in Ghaton?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghaton is 55.62%. Male literacy is 64.01% and female literacy is 45.86%.