Ghorsad - Gaja, Tehri Garhwal
Ghorsad is a village situated in the Gaja tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 82 km from Narendra Nagar and around 82 km from New Tehri. Laser serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghorsad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghorsad is 044579. The village covers a total geographical area of 57.13 hectares and falls under the 249146 pincode. Devprayag is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Ghorsad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narendranagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghorsad
As per Census 2011, Ghorsad village has a total population of 182 people, consisting of 82 males and 100 females. The village has 43 households and a sex ratio of 1,219 females per 1,000 males. There are 31 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 91 literate and 91 illiterate residents. Additionally, 96 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghorsad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 182 | 82 | 100 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 15 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 96 | 49 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 91 | 50 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 91 | 32 | 59 |
Nearby Villages of Ghorsad
Ghorsad 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 Ghorsad
Ghorsad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Devprayag to Ghorsad is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Ghorsad is about 82 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 Ghorsad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghorsad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ghorsad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghorsad 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ghorsad
Where is Ghorsad located?
Ghorsad village is located in Gaja Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghorsad?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghorsad is Laser.
What is the pincode of Ghorsad?
The pincode of Ghorsad is 249146.
What is the population of Ghorsad?
Ghorsad has a total population of 182, including 82 males and 100 females.
How many households are there in Ghorsad?
There are 43 households in Ghorsad.
What is the literacy rate in Ghorsad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghorsad is 50.00%. Male literacy is 60.98% and female literacy is 41.00%.