Ghegar
Ghegar is a village located in Jakholi tehsil of Rudraprayag district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Jakholi (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Rudraprayag. As per 2009 stats, Ghegar village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Ghegar unique in its vibrant Jakholi-Rudraprayag region. You’ll see Ghegar’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Ghegar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghegar is 042691. The village spans a total geographical area of 145.04 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 246475. Rudraprayag is nearest town to Ghegar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
Google Map of Ghegar
Population of Ghegar
According to the 2011 Census, Ghegar has a total population of about 1,084, with approximately 453 males and 631 females. The sex ratio is around 1392 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 165 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 189 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.01%, with male literacy at about 72.63% and female literacy near 56.10%. There are around 253 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ghegar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,084 | 453 | 631 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 165 | 83 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 189 | 90 | 99 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 683 | 329 | 354 |
| Illiterate Population | 401 | 124 | 277 |
Connectivity of Ghegar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghegar. As per the 2011 stats, Ghegar 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 Ghegar
Knowing the nearby villages of Ghegar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghegar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ghegar
- Where is Ghegar located?
- Ghegar village is situated in Jakholi Tehsil, within the Rudraprayag district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ghegar?
- Ghegar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Ghegar?
- The pincode of Ghegar is 246475, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ghegar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghegar is 1,084, with 453 males and 631 females.
- How many households are there in Ghegar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ghegar village has a total of 253 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ghegar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghegar is 63.01%. The male literacy rate is 72.63%, while the female literacy rate is 56.10%.