Gharturi - Darlaghat, Solan
Gharturi is a village situated in the Darlaghat tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Dhundan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gharturi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gharturi is 020435. The village covers a total geographical area of 19.27 hectares and falls under the 173235 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Gharturi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gharturi
According to the 2011 Census, Gharturi village had a total population of 118 people, including 56 males and 62 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 1,107 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.32%, with male literacy at 88.00% and female literacy at 90.57%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 118 | 56 | 62 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 92 | 44 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 26 | 12 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Gharturi
Gharturi 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 Gharturi
Gharturi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Solan to Gharturi is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gharturi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gharturi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gharturi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gharturi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gharturi
Where is Gharturi located?
Gharturi village is located in Darlaghat Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gharturi?
The Gram Panchayat of Gharturi is Dhundan.
What is the pincode of Gharturi?
The pincode of Gharturi is 173235.
What is the population of Gharturi?
Gharturi had a total population of 118, including 56 males and 62 females.
How many households are there in Gharturi?
Gharturi had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gharturi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gharturi was 89.32%. Male literacy was 88.00% and female literacy was 90.57%.