Ghoria Halson - Betalghat, Nainital
Ghoria Halson is a village situated in the Betalghat tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Betalghat and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Ghoriya Halso serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghoria Halson village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghoria Halson is 054640. The village covers a total geographical area of 293 hectares and falls under the 263134 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Ghoria Halson village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ghoria Halson
As per Census 2011, Ghoria Halson village has a total population of 660 people, consisting of 324 males and 336 females. The village has 136 households and a sex ratio of 1,037 females per 1,000 males. There are 96 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 431 literate and 229 illiterate residents. Additionally, 361 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghoria Halson are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 660 | 324 | 336 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 46 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 361 | 173 | 188 |
| Literate Population | 431 | 247 | 184 |
| Illiterate Population | 229 | 77 | 152 |
Nearby Villages of Ghoria Halson
Ghoria Halson 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 Ghoria Halson
Ghoria Halson is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ranikhet to Ghoria Halson is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Ghoria Halson is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghoria Halson
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghoria Halson village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ghoria Halson
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghoria Halson 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 Ghoria Halson
Where is Ghoria Halson located?
Ghoria Halson village is located in Betalghat Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghoria Halson?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghoria Halson is Ghoriya Halso.
What is the pincode of Ghoria Halson?
The pincode of Ghoria Halson is 263134.
What is the population of Ghoria Halson?
Ghoria Halson has a total population of 660, including 324 males and 336 females.
How many households are there in Ghoria Halson?
There are 136 households in Ghoria Halson.
What is the literacy rate in Ghoria Halson?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghoria Halson is 65.30%. Male literacy is 76.23% and female literacy is 54.76%.