Ghatdhar - Munsiari, Pithoragarh
Ghatdhar is a village situated in the Munsiari tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Munsiari and around 118 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Kawwa Dhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghatdhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghatdhar is 048962. The village covers a total geographical area of 18.97 hectares and falls under the 262554 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 92 km away.
Ghatdhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Ghatdhar
According to the 2011 Census, Ghatdhar village had a total population of 57 people, including 28 males and 29 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 1,036 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.43%, with male literacy at 88.89% and female literacy at 55.17%.
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 | 57 | 28 | 29 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 40 | 24 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 17 | 4 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Ghatdhar
Ghatdhar 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 Ghatdhar
Ghatdhar 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 Ghatdhar is about 92 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Ghatdhar is about 118 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghatdhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghatdhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ghatdhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghatdhar 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 Ghatdhar
Where is Ghatdhar located?
Ghatdhar village is located in Munsiari Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ghatdhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghatdhar is Kawwa Dhar.
What is the pincode of Ghatdhar?
The pincode of Ghatdhar is 262554.
What is the population of Ghatdhar?
Ghatdhar had a total population of 57, including 28 males and 29 females.
How many households are there in Ghatdhar?
Ghatdhar had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghatdhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghatdhar was 71.43%. Male literacy was 88.89% and female literacy was 55.17%.