Ghighau

Ghighau is a village located in Chakrata tehsil of Dehradun district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Chakrata (tehsildar office) and 130km away from district headquarter Dehradun. As per 2009 stats, Ketari is the gram panchayat of Ghighau village.

Ghighau has its own place in the vibrant Dehradun region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Ghighau

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghighau is 044703. The village spans a total geographical area of 395.07 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 248123. Chakrata is nearest town to Ghighau village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Ghighau

Below is a concise population overview of Ghighau as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 187 101 86
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 24 13 11
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 186 100 86
Literate Population 87 54 33
Illiterate Population 100 47 53

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Ghighau village:

  • The total population of Ghighau village is around 187, including approximately 101 males and 86 females, with a sex ratio of 851 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 24 children aged 0–6 years in Ghighau village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Ghighau village has 186 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Ghighau village is about 46.52%, with male literacy at 53.47% and female literacy at 38.37%.
  • There are around 21 households in Ghighau village.

Connectivity of Ghighau

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghighau. As per the 2011 stats, Ghighau had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Ghighau

Knowing the nearby villages of Ghighau helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghighau.

Chor Kunawa Hayotagari Kyawa Shibau Kaitri Nagou Makhti Matiyawa Dohajhusau Kaknoi Jamuwa

Frequently Asked Questions about Ghighau

Where is Ghighau located?
Ghighau village is situated in Chakrata Tehsil, within the Dehradun district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghighau?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghighau is Ketari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Ghighau?
The pincode of Ghighau is 248123, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Ghighau as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghighau is 187, with 101 males and 86 females.
How many households are there in Ghighau as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Ghighau village has a total of 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghighau as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghighau is 46.52%. The male literacy rate is 53.47%, while the female literacy rate is 38.37%.