Ghantwal
About Ghantwal
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Ghantwal village is 004982. Ghantwal village is located in Chenani tehsil of Udhampur district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Chenani (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Udhampur. As per 2009 stats, Ghantwal village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 489.3 hectares. Ghantwal has a total population of 1,606 peoples, out of which male population is 840 while female population is 766. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 911 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of ghantwal village is 53.74% out of which 64.05% males and 42.43% females are literate. There are about 286 houses in ghantwal village. Pincode of ghantwal village locality is 182141.
Chenani is nearest town to ghantwal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
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Population of Ghantwal
The population details of Ghantwal 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 | 1,606 | 840 | 766 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 254 | 128 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 632 | 312 | 320 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 863 | 538 | 325 |
| Illiterate Population | 743 | 302 | 441 |
Connectivity of Ghantwal
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Ghantwal
Where is Ghantwal located?
Ghantwal village is situated in Chenani Tehsil, within the Udhampur district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghantwal?
Ghantwal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Ghantwal?
The pincode of Ghantwal is 182141, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Ghantwal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghantwal is 1,606, with 840 males and 766 females.
How many households are there in Ghantwal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Ghantwal village has a total of 286 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghantwal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghantwal is 53.74%. The male literacy rate is 64.05%, while the female literacy rate is 42.43%.