Ghaton
About Ghaton
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Ghaton village is 022997. Ghaton village is located in Renuka tehsil of Sirmaur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 76km away from district headquarter Sangrah. Sangrah is the sub-district headquarter of Ghaton village. As per 2009 stats, Dana Ghaton is the gram panchayat of Ghaton village.
The total geographical area of village is 1299 hectares. Ghaton has a total population of 863 peoples, out of which male population is 464 while female population is 399. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 859 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of ghaton village is 55.62% out of which 64.01% males and 45.86% females are literate. There are about 126 houses in ghaton village. Pincode of ghaton village locality is 173023.
When it comes to administration, Ghaton village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Ghaton village comes under Sri renukaji Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Nahan is nearest town to ghaton village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Ghaton
The population details of Ghaton cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 863 | 464 | 399 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 147 | 85 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 540 | 293 | 247 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 480 | 297 | 183 |
| Illiterate Population | 383 | 167 | 216 |
Connectivity of Ghaton
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Ghaton
Where is Ghaton located?
Ghaton village is situated in Renuka Tehsil, within the Sirmaur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghaton?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghaton is Dana Ghaton (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Ghaton?
The pincode of Ghaton is 173023, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Ghaton as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghaton is 863, with 464 males and 399 females.
How many households are there in Ghaton as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Ghaton village has a total of 126 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghaton as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghaton is 55.62%. The male literacy rate is 64.01%, while the female literacy rate is 45.86%.