Ghena - Dhanaulti, Tehri Garhwal
Ghena is a village situated in the Dhanaulti tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanaulti and around 80 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Ghena village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghena is 044292. The village covers a total geographical area of 151.47 hectares and falls under the 249180 pincode. Mussoorie is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Ghena village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Ghena
As per Census 2011, Ghena village has a total population of 484 people, consisting of 250 males and 234 females. The village has 83 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 100 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 291 literate and 193 illiterate residents. Additionally, 61 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghena are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 484 | 250 | 234 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 45 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 61 | 33 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 291 | 186 | 105 |
| Illiterate Population | 193 | 64 | 129 |
Nearby Villages of Ghena
Ghena is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhan Chula | South-West | 1.51 km |
| Jamthiyal Gaon | North-East | 2.03 km |
| Chhamroli | North-West | 2.33 km |
| Simiyari | North-East | 2.62 km |
| Tachhila | West | 2.89 km |
| Bhutsi | North-East | 3.42 km |
| Fuleta | North-West | 3.89 km |
| Dhaula Giri | South | 4.11 km |
| Goth | North-East | 4.27 km |
| Bhaiswargaon | West | 4.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghena
Ghena is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Harrawala, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 18.9 km.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mussoorie to Ghena is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Ghena is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghena
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghena 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ghena
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghena village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ghena
Where is Ghena located?
Ghena village is located in Dhanaulti Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghena?
Ghena is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ghena?
The pincode of Ghena is 249180.
What is the population of Ghena?
Ghena has a total population of 484, including 250 males and 234 females.
How many households are there in Ghena?
There are 83 households in Ghena.
What is the literacy rate in Ghena?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghena is 60.12%. Male literacy is 74.40% and female literacy is 44.87%.