Ganghar - Munsiari, Pithoragarh
Ganghar is a village situated in the Munsiari tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 51 km from the tehsil headquarters in Munsiari and around 162 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Lachpa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ganghar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganghar is 048845. The village covers a total geographical area of 142.29 hectares and falls under the 262554 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 135 km away.
Ganghar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Ganghar
According to the 2011 Census, Ganghar village had a total population of 14 people, including 5 males and 9 females, living in 9 households. The sex ratio was 1,800 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.43%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 55.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 8.
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 | 14 | 5 | 9 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 2 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 4 | 0 | 4 |
Nearby Villages of Ganghar
Ganghar 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 Ganghar
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Ganghar.
| 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 Ganghar is about 135 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Ganghar is about 162 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ganghar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ganghar 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 Ganghar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ganghar 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 Ganghar
Where is Ganghar located?
Ganghar village is located in Munsiari Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ganghar?
The Gram Panchayat of Ganghar is Lachpa.
What is the pincode of Ganghar?
The pincode of Ganghar is 262554.
What is the population of Ganghar?
Ganghar had a total population of 14, including 5 males and 9 females.
How many households are there in Ganghar?
Ganghar had 9 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ganghar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganghar was 71.43%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 55.56%.