Ghan Shanana
Ghan Shanana is a village located in Gandoh tehsil of Doda district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Gandoh (tehsildar office) and 74km away from district headquarter Doda. As per 2009 stats, Chantibala is the gram panchayat of Ghan Shanana village.
Here you can discover what makes Ghan Shanana unique in its vibrant Gandoh-Doda region. You’ll see Ghan Shanana’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Ghan Shanana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghan Shanana is 004390. The village spans a total geographical area of 87.4 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 182203. Doda is nearest town to Ghan Shanana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 74km away.
When it comes to local governance, Ghan Shanana village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bhaderwah Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Udhampur  Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Ghan Shanana
Population of Ghan Shanana
According to the 2011 Census, Ghan Shanana has a total population of about 478, with approximately 243 males and 235 females. The sex ratio is around 967 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 93 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 29 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 80. The overall literacy rate is approximately 43.51%, with male literacy at about 55.56% and female literacy near 31.06%. There are around 95 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ghan Shanana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 478 | 243 | 235 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 54 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 13 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 80 | 37 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 208 | 135 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 270 | 108 | 162 |
Connectivity of Ghan Shanana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghan Shanana. As per the 2011 stats, Ghan Shanana had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ghan Shanana
Knowing the nearby villages of Ghan Shanana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghan Shanana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ghan Shanana
- Where is Ghan Shanana located?
- Ghan Shanana village is situated in Gandoh Tehsil, within the Doda district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ghan Shanana?
- The Gram Panchayat of Ghan Shanana is Chantibala (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Ghan Shanana?
- The pincode of Ghan Shanana is 182203, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ghan Shanana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghan Shanana is 478, with 243 males and 235 females.
- How many households are there in Ghan Shanana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ghan Shanana village has a total of 95 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ghan Shanana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghan Shanana is 43.51%. The male literacy rate is 55.56%, while the female literacy rate is 31.06%.