Ghiri - Lansdowne, Pauri Garhwal
Ghiri is a village situated in the Lansdowne tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 44 km from Lansdowne and around 99 km from Pauri. Pawekh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghiri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghiri is 047283. The village covers a total geographical area of 14.56 hectares and falls under the 246155 pincode. Lansdowne is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Ghiri 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 Ghiri
According to the 2011 Census, Ghiri village had a total population of 11 people, including 5 males and 6 females, living in 2 households. The sex ratio was 1,200 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.00%, with male literacy at 75.00% and female literacy at 50.00%. 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 | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 5 | 2 | 3 |
Nearby Villages of Ghiri
Ghiri 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 Ghiri
Public transport in the Ghiri is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lansdowne to Ghiri is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Ghiri is about 99 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghiri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghiri 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ghiri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghiri 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 Ghiri
Where is Ghiri located?
Ghiri village is located in Lansdowne Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghiri?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghiri is Pawekh.
What is the pincode of Ghiri?
The pincode of Ghiri is 246155.
What is the population of Ghiri?
Ghiri had a total population of 11, including 5 males and 6 females.
How many households are there in Ghiri?
Ghiri had 2 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghiri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghiri was 60.00%. Male literacy was 75.00% and female literacy was 50.00%.