Grehen - Kandaghat, Solan
Grehen is a village situated in the Kandaghat tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Dhangeel serves as the Gram Panchayat for Grehen village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Grehen is 022458. The village covers a total geographical area of 50 hectares and falls under the 173215 pincode. Solan is the nearest town.
Grehen village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Solan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Grehen
According to the 2011 Census, Grehen village had a total population of 43 people, including 23 males and 20 females, living in 5 households. The sex ratio was 870 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.00%, with male literacy at 90.91% and female literacy at 77.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10.
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 | 43 | 23 | 20 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 34 | 20 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 9 | 3 | 6 |
Nearby Villages of Grehen
Grehen 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 Grehen
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Grehen.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Solan to Grehen is about 27 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Grehen
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Grehen 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Grehen
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Grehen village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Grehen
Where is Grehen located?
Grehen village is located in Kandaghat Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Grehen?
The Gram Panchayat of Grehen is Dhangeel.
What is the pincode of Grehen?
The pincode of Grehen is 173215.
What is the population of Grehen?
Grehen had a total population of 43, including 23 males and 20 females.
How many households are there in Grehen?
Grehen had 5 households.
What is the literacy rate in Grehen?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Grehen was 85.00%. Male literacy was 90.91% and female literacy was 77.78%.