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 Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Ghaton village had a total population of 863 people, including 464 males and 399 females, living in 126 households. The sex ratio was 860 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.04%, with male literacy at 78.36% and female literacy at 54.30%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 540.
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 | 863 | 464 | 399 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 85 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 540 | 293 | 247 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 863, including 464 males and 399 females.
How many households are there in Ghaton?
Ghaton had 126 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghaton?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghaton was 67.04%. Male literacy was 78.36% and female literacy was 54.30%.