Ghashiwala - Dhampur, Bijnor
Ghashiwala is a village situated in the Dhampur tehsil of Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhampur and around 87 km from the district headquarters in Bijnor. Narayanwala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghashiwala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghashiwala is 113137. The village covers a total geographical area of 54.39 hectares and falls under the 246722 pincode. Bijnor is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Ghashiwala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Barhapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Moradabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghashiwala
According to the 2011 Census, Ghashiwala village had a total population of 161 people, including 83 males and 78 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 940 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.17%, with male literacy at 82.89% and female literacy at 67.12%. 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 | 161 | 83 | 78 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 112 | 63 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 20 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Ghashiwala
Ghashiwala 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Narainwala | South | 1.37 km |
| Mirapur Modiwala | North-West | 1.80 km |
| Umarpur Nathan | South-West | 3.10 km |
| Jassoo Jot | South | 3.25 km |
| Dharampur | West | 3.46 km |
| Kalluwala | East | 3.64 km |
| Gusaiwala | South | 4.16 km |
| Bhawanipur Bangar | South-East | 4.79 km |
| Raibhanwala | South | 4.79 km |
| Madhowala | South-West | 4.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghashiwala
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Ghashiwala. The nearest railway station is Gaushala, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bijnor to Ghashiwala is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bijnor to Ghashiwala is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghashiwala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghashiwala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ghashiwala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghashiwala 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ghashiwala
Where is Ghashiwala located?
Ghashiwala village is located in Dhampur Tehsil, Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ghashiwala?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghashiwala is Narayanwala.
What is the pincode of Ghashiwala?
The pincode of Ghashiwala is 246722.
What is the population of Ghashiwala?
Ghashiwala had a total population of 161, including 83 males and 78 females.
How many households are there in Ghashiwala?
Ghashiwala had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghashiwala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghashiwala was 75.17%. Male literacy was 82.89% and female literacy was 67.12%.