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
As per Census 2011, Grehen village has a total population of 43 people, consisting of 23 males and 20 females. The village has 5 households and a sex ratio of 869 females per 1,000 males. There are 3 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 34 literate and 9 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Grehen are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 43 | 23 | 20 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| 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 has a total population of 43, including 23 males and 20 females.
How many households are there in Grehen?
There are 5 households in Grehen.
What is the literacy rate in Grehen?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Grehen is 79.07%. Male literacy is 86.96% and female literacy is 70.00%.