Ghasla Athoona - Taranagar, Churu
Ghasla Athoona is a village situated in the Taranagar tehsil of Churu district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Taranagar and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Churu. Jhothara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghasla Athoona village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghasla Athoona is 070016. The village covers a total geographical area of 450.67 hectares and falls under the 331304 pincode. Taranagar is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Ghasla Athoona village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ghasla Athoona
As per Census 2011, Ghasla Athoona village has a total population of 400 people, consisting of 197 males and 203 females. The village has 60 households and a sex ratio of 1,030 females per 1,000 males. There are 50 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 226 literate and 174 illiterate residents. Additionally, 63 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghasla Athoona are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 400 | 197 | 203 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 26 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 63 | 26 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 226 | 133 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 174 | 64 | 110 |
Nearby Villages of Ghasla Athoona
Ghasla Athoona is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Ghasla Agoona | East | 2.73 km |
| Pandreu Tal | West | 2.73 km |
| Jhothra | North-East | 3.21 km |
| Rojhani | South-East | 3.58 km |
| Shyopura | North | 4.02 km |
| Bas Dhetarwal | South-East | 4.16 km |
| Changoi | South | 4.19 km |
| Pandreu Teeba | West | 5.12 km |
| Bhambhara | East | 5.30 km |
| Banra | North-West | 5.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghasla Athoona
Public transport in the Ghasla Athoona is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sidmukh, while the nearest airport is Hissar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Taranagar to Ghasla Athoona is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Churu to Ghasla Athoona is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghasla Athoona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghasla Athoona 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 Ghasla Athoona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghasla Athoona 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 Ghasla Athoona
Where is Ghasla Athoona located?
Ghasla Athoona village is located in Taranagar Tehsil, Churu district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghasla Athoona?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghasla Athoona is Jhothara.
What is the pincode of Ghasla Athoona?
The pincode of Ghasla Athoona is 331304.
What is the population of Ghasla Athoona?
Ghasla Athoona has a total population of 400, including 197 males and 203 females.
How many households are there in Ghasla Athoona?
There are 60 households in Ghasla Athoona.
What is the literacy rate in Ghasla Athoona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghasla Athoona is 56.50%. Male literacy is 67.51% and female literacy is 45.81%.