Ghigharani - Didihat, Pithoragarh
Ghigharani is a village situated in the Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Didihat and around 79 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Ghingharani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghigharani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghigharani is 049499. The village covers a total geographical area of 155.79 hectares and falls under the 262543 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Ghigharani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Didihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghigharani
As per Census 2011, Ghigharani village has a total population of 328 people, consisting of 157 males and 171 females. The village has 65 households and a sex ratio of 1,089 females per 1,000 males. There are 53 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 239 literate and 89 illiterate residents. Additionally, 206 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghigharani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 328 | 157 | 171 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 23 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 206 | 99 | 107 |
| Literate Population | 239 | 134 | 105 |
| Illiterate Population | 89 | 23 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Ghigharani
Ghigharani 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 Ghigharani
Ghigharani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Ghigharani is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Ghigharani is about 79 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghigharani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghigharani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ghigharani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghigharani 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ghigharani
Where is Ghigharani located?
Ghigharani village is located in Didihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghigharani?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghigharani is Ghingharani.
What is the pincode of Ghigharani?
The pincode of Ghigharani is 262543.
What is the population of Ghigharani?
Ghigharani has a total population of 328, including 157 males and 171 females.
How many households are there in Ghigharani?
There are 65 households in Ghigharani.
What is the literacy rate in Ghigharani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghigharani is 72.87%. Male literacy is 85.35% and female literacy is 61.40%.