Ghorana - Garud, Bageshwar
Ghorana is a village situated in the Garud tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garud and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Ratore serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghorana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghorana is 051440. The village covers a total geographical area of 59.51 hectares and falls under the 263642 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Ghorana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Ghorana
According to the 2011 Census, Ghorana village had a total population of 137 people, including 69 males and 68 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 986 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.34%, with male literacy at 93.75% and female literacy at 84.48%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2.
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 | 137 | 69 | 68 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 5 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 109 | 60 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 28 | 9 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Ghorana
Ghorana is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Ghorana
Public transport in the Ghorana is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Bageshwar to Ghorana is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghorana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghorana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ghorana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghorana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ghorana
Where is Ghorana located?
Ghorana village is located in Garud Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ghorana?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghorana is Ratore.
What is the pincode of Ghorana?
The pincode of Ghorana is 263642.
What is the population of Ghorana?
Ghorana had a total population of 137, including 69 males and 68 females.
How many households are there in Ghorana?
Ghorana had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghorana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghorana was 89.34%. Male literacy was 93.75% and female literacy was 84.48%.