Ghatudhar - Dhanaulti, Tehri Garhwal
Ghatudhar is a village situated in the Dhanaulti tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 41 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanaulti and around 86 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Nawadidhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghatudhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghatudhar is 044190. The village covers a total geographical area of 19.06 hectares and falls under the 249180 pincode. Mussoorie is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Ghatudhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanolti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghatudhar
According to the 2011 Census, Ghatudhar village had a total population of 41 people, including 21 males and 20 females, living in 9 households. The sex ratio was 952 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.71%, with male literacy at 66.67% and female literacy at 64.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 37.
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 | 41 | 21 | 20 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 20 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 18 | 9 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Ghatudhar
Ghatudhar 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 Ghatudhar
Ghatudhar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mussoorie to Ghatudhar is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Ghatudhar is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghatudhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghatudhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ghatudhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghatudhar 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ghatudhar
Where is Ghatudhar located?
Ghatudhar village is located in Dhanaulti Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ghatudhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghatudhar is Nawadidhar.
What is the pincode of Ghatudhar?
The pincode of Ghatudhar is 249180.
What is the population of Ghatudhar?
Ghatudhar had a total population of 41, including 21 males and 20 females.
How many households are there in Ghatudhar?
Ghatudhar had 9 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghatudhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghatudhar was 65.71%. Male literacy was 66.67% and female literacy was 64.71%.