Ghaglori - Dwarahat, Almora
Ghaglori is a village situated in the Dwarahat tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dwarahat and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Ghanglauri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghaglori village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghaglori is 052641. The village covers a total geographical area of 37.36 hectares and falls under the 263653 pincode. Dwarahat is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Ghaglori village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dwarahat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghaglori
As per Census 2011, Ghaglori village has a total population of 845 people, consisting of 420 males and 425 females. The village has 196 households and a sex ratio of 1,011 females per 1,000 males. There are 101 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 654 literate and 191 illiterate residents. Additionally, 302 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghaglori are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 845 | 420 | 425 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 43 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 302 | 137 | 165 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 654 | 363 | 291 |
| Illiterate Population | 191 | 57 | 134 |
Nearby Villages of Ghaglori
Ghaglori 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dairi | South-West | 1.02 km |
| Selisar | North-West | 1.51 km |
| Bawas | North-West | 1.92 km |
| Dhyari | North-West | 2.17 km |
| Egyara | South | 2.20 km |
| Hulank Talli Mirai | South | 2.54 km |
| Bunga | South-West | 2.68 km |
| Jamar | West | 2.73 km |
| Salal Khola | West | 2.79 km |
| Bhura | South | 2.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghaglori
Ghaglori is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Ramnagar, while the nearest airport is Pithorgarh Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dwarahat to Ghaglori is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Ghaglori is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghaglori
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghaglori village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Ghaglori
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghaglori village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ghaglori
Where is Ghaglori located?
Ghaglori village is located in Dwarahat Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghaglori?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghaglori is Ghanglauri.
What is the pincode of Ghaglori?
The pincode of Ghaglori is 263653.
What is the population of Ghaglori?
Ghaglori has a total population of 845, including 420 males and 425 females.
How many households are there in Ghaglori?
There are 196 households in Ghaglori.
What is the literacy rate in Ghaglori?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghaglori is 77.40%. Male literacy is 86.43% and female literacy is 68.47%.