Ghaghal
About Ghaghal
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Ghaghal village is 049972. Ghaghal village is located in Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 19km away from sub-district headquarter Gangolihat (tehsildar office) and 107km away from district headquarter Pithoragarh. As per 2009 stats, Sukana is the gram panchayat of Ghaghal village.
The total geographical area of village is 52.46 hectares. Ghaghal has a total population of 208 peoples, out of which male population is 93 while female population is 115. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1236 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of ghaghal village is 59.13% out of which 75.27% males and 46.09% females are literate. There are about 52 houses in ghaghal village. Pincode of ghaghal village locality is 262522.
When it comes to administration, Ghaghal village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Ghaghal village comes under Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha constituency & Almora Lok Sabha constituency. Pithoragarh is nearest town to ghaghal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 107km away.
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Population of Ghaghal
The population details of Ghaghal cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 208 | 93 | 115 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 27 | 16 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 123 | 70 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 23 | 62 |
Connectivity of Ghaghal
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Ghaghal
Where is Ghaghal located?
Ghaghal village is situated in Gangolihat Tehsil, within the Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghaghal?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghaghal is Sukana (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Ghaghal?
The pincode of Ghaghal is 262522, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Ghaghal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghaghal is 208, with 93 males and 115 females.
How many households are there in Ghaghal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Ghaghal village has a total of 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghaghal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghaghal is 59.13%. The male literacy rate is 75.27%, while the female literacy rate is 46.09%.