Ghursal Gaon
Ghursal Gaon is a village located in Dhanaulti tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 53km away from sub-district headquarter Dhanaulti (tehsildar office) and 84km away from district headquarter New Tehri. As per 2009 stats, Ghursalgaon is the gram panchayat of Ghursal Gaon village.
Here you can discover what makes Ghursal Gaon unique in its vibrant Dhanaulti-Tehri Garhwal region. You’ll see Ghursal Gaon’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 Ghursal Gaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghursal Gaon is 044336. The village spans a total geographical area of 166.37 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249145. Dehradun is nearest town to Ghursal Gaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.
When it comes to local governance, Ghursal Gaon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dhanolti Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Ghursal Gaon
Population of Ghursal Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Ghursal Gaon has a total population of about 231, with approximately 128 males and 103 females. The sex ratio is around 804 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 37 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 22 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 72.29%, with male literacy at about 82.81% and female literacy near 59.22%. There are around 40 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ghursal Gaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 231 | 128 | 103 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 20 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 167 | 106 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 64 | 22 | 42 |
Connectivity of Ghursal Gaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghursal Gaon. As per the 2011 stats, Ghursal Gaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ghursal Gaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Ghursal Gaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghursal Gaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ghursal Gaon
- Where is Ghursal Gaon located?
- Ghursal Gaon village is situated in Dhanaulti Tehsil, within the Tehri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ghursal Gaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Ghursal Gaon is Ghursalgaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Ghursal Gaon?
- The pincode of Ghursal Gaon is 249145, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ghursal Gaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghursal Gaon is 231, with 128 males and 103 females.
- How many households are there in Ghursal Gaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ghursal Gaon village has a total of 40 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ghursal Gaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghursal Gaon is 72.29%. The male literacy rate is 82.81%, while the female literacy rate is 59.22%.