Ghanyur - Balganga, Tehri Garhwal
Ghanyur is a village situated in the Balganga tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 35 km from Ghansali and around 95 km from New Tehri. Bhimleth serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghanyur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghanyur is 042742. The village covers a total geographical area of 36.62 hectares and falls under the 249125 pincode. Srinagar is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Ghanyur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tehri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghanyur
According to the 2011 Census, Ghanyur village had a total population of 30 people, including 11 males and 19 females, living in 5 households. The sex ratio was 1,727 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.38%, with male literacy at 80.00% and female literacy at 56.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7.
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 | 30 | 11 | 19 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 13 | 3 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Ghanyur
Ghanyur 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 Ghanyur
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Ghanyur. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Ghanyur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Srinagar to Ghanyur is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Ghanyur is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghanyur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghanyur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Ghanyur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghanyur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ghanyur
Where is Ghanyur located?
Ghanyur village is located in Balganga Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghanyur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghanyur is Bhimleth.
What is the pincode of Ghanyur?
The pincode of Ghanyur is 249125.
What is the population of Ghanyur?
Ghanyur had a total population of 30, including 11 males and 19 females.
How many households are there in Ghanyur?
Ghanyur had 5 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghanyur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghanyur was 65.38%. Male literacy was 80.00% and female literacy was 56.25%.