Ghonti
Ghonti is a village located in Ghansali tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Ghansali (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter New Tehri. As per 2009 stats, Ghonti village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Ghonti unique in its vibrant Ghansali-Tehri Garhwal region. You’ll see Ghonti’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 Ghonti
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghonti is 042958. The village spans a total geographical area of 78.8 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249155. Tehri is nearest town to Ghonti village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 55km away.
When it comes to local governance, Ghonti 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 Pratapnagar 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 Ghonti
Population of Ghonti
According to the 2011 Census, Ghonti has a total population of about 75, with approximately 35 males and 40 females. The sex ratio is around 1142 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 4 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 9 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 73.33%, with male literacy at about 88.57% and female literacy near 60.00%. There are around 17 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ghonti's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 75 | 35 | 40 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 55 | 31 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 20 | 4 | 16 |
Connectivity of Ghonti
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghonti. As per the 2011 stats, Ghonti had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ghonti
Knowing the nearby villages of Ghonti helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghonti.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ghonti
- Where is Ghonti located?
- Ghonti village is situated in Ghansali Tehsil, within the Tehri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ghonti?
- Ghonti serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Ghonti?
- The pincode of Ghonti is 249155, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ghonti as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghonti is 75, with 35 males and 40 females.
- How many households are there in Ghonti as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ghonti village has a total of 17 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ghonti as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghonti is 73.33%. The male literacy rate is 88.57%, while the female literacy rate is 60.00%.