Ghursal Gaon - Dhanaulti, Tehri Garhwal
Ghursal Gaon is a village situated in the Dhanaulti tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 53 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanaulti and around 84 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Ghursalgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghursal Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghursal Gaon is 044336. The village covers a total geographical area of 166.37 hectares and falls under the 249180 pincode. Dehradun is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Ghursal Gaon 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 Ghursal Gaon
As per Census 2011, Ghursal Gaon village has a total population of 231 people, consisting of 128 males and 103 females. The village has 40 households and a sex ratio of 804 females per 1,000 males. There are 37 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 167 literate and 64 illiterate residents. Additionally, 22 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghursal Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 231 | 128 | 103 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 20 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 167 | 106 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 64 | 22 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Ghursal Gaon
Ghursal Gaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ragar Gaon | North-East | 0.84 km |
| Landwakot | South-West | 0.97 km |
| Sera | East | 1.76 km |
| Haldwari | South-East | 1.79 km |
| Tamoli Garh | South | 2.16 km |
| Gawali Danda | North-West | 2.44 km |
| Airal Gaon | East | 2.64 km |
| Baderna Khurd | South | 3.03 km |
| Pasani | East | 3.08 km |
| Talai | South-West | 3.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghursal Gaon
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Ghursal Gaon. The nearest railway station is Harrawala, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 12.0 km.
| 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 Dehradun to Ghursal Gaon is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Ghursal Gaon is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghursal Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghursal Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ghursal Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghursal Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ghursal Gaon
Where is Ghursal Gaon located?
Ghursal Gaon village is located in Dhanaulti Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghursal Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghursal Gaon is Ghursalgaon.
What is the pincode of Ghursal Gaon?
The pincode of Ghursal Gaon is 249180.
What is the population of Ghursal Gaon?
Ghursal Gaon has a total population of 231, including 128 males and 103 females.
How many households are there in Ghursal Gaon?
There are 40 households in Ghursal Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Ghursal Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghursal Gaon is 72.29%. Male literacy is 82.81% and female literacy is 59.22%.