Ghansali - Jakhanikhal, Pauri Garhwal
Ghansali is a village situated in the Jakhanikhal tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 52 km from Lansdowne and around 114 km from Pauri. Jalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghansali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghansali is 047267. The village covers a total geographical area of 143.03 hectares and falls under the 246123 pincode. Lansdowne is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Ghansali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yamkeshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghansali
According to the 2011 Census, Ghansali village had a total population of 110 people, including 36 males and 74 females, living in 38 households. The sex ratio was 2,056 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.49%, with male literacy at 93.55% and female literacy at 65.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7.
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 | 110 | 36 | 74 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 73 | 29 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 7 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Ghansali
Ghansali 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 Ghansali
Public transport in the Ghansali 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 Lansdowne to Ghansali is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Ghansali is about 114 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghansali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghansali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ghansali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghansali 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ghansali
Where is Ghansali located?
Ghansali village is located in Jakhanikhal Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghansali?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghansali is Jalli.
What is the pincode of Ghansali?
The pincode of Ghansali is 246123.
What is the population of Ghansali?
Ghansali had a total population of 110, including 36 males and 74 females.
How many households are there in Ghansali?
Ghansali had 38 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghansali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghansali was 74.49%. Male literacy was 93.55% and female literacy was 65.67%.