Ghorasil

Ghorasil is a village located in Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Gangolihat (tehsildar office) and 121km away from district headquarter Pithoragarh. As per 2009 stats, Ghora Sil is the gram panchayat of Ghorasil village.

Ghorasil has its own place in the vibrant Pithoragarh region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Ghorasil

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghorasil is 049877. The village spans a total geographical area of 123.78 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 262532. Pithoragarh is nearest town to Ghorasil village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 121km away.

When it comes to local governance, Ghorasil village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Almora Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Ghorasil

Below is a concise population overview of Ghorasil as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 269 118 151
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 31 15 16
Scheduled Castes (SC) 37 18 19
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 191 97 94
Illiterate Population 78 21 57

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Ghorasil village:

  • The total population of Ghorasil village is around 269, including approximately 118 males and 151 females, with a sex ratio of 1279 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 31 children aged 0–6 years in Ghorasil village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Ghorasil village has 37 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Ghorasil village is about 71.00%, with male literacy at 82.20% and female literacy at 62.25%.
  • There are around 66 households in Ghorasil village.

Connectivity of Ghorasil

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghorasil. As per the 2011 stats, Ghorasil had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Ghorasil

Knowing the nearby villages of Ghorasil helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghorasil.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Ghorasil

Where is Ghorasil located?
Ghorasil village is situated in Gangolihat Tehsil, within the Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghorasil?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghorasil is Ghora Sil (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Ghorasil?
The pincode of Ghorasil is 262532, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Ghorasil as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghorasil is 269, with 118 males and 151 females.
How many households are there in Ghorasil as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Ghorasil village has a total of 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghorasil as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghorasil is 71.00%. The male literacy rate is 82.20%, while the female literacy rate is 62.25%.