Ghanji - Kirtinagar, Tehri Garhwal
Ghanji is a village situated in the Kirtinagar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 74 km from Devprayag and around 124 km from New Tehri. Ghanji village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghanji is 043385. The village covers a total geographical area of 95.09 hectares and falls under the 249161 pincode. Kirtinagar is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Ghanji village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deoprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghanji
As per Census 2011, Ghanji village has a total population of 341 people, consisting of 157 males and 184 females. The village has 100 households and a sex ratio of 1,171 females per 1,000 males. There are 33 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 238 literate and 103 illiterate residents. Additionally, 79 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghanji are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 341 | 157 | 184 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 14 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 79 | 37 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 238 | 131 | 107 |
| Illiterate Population | 103 | 26 | 77 |
Nearby Villages of Ghanji
Ghanji 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 Ghanji
Ghanji is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kirtinagar to Ghanji is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Ghanji is about 124 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghanji
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghanji village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ghanji
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghanji village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ghanji
Where is Ghanji located?
Ghanji village is located in Kirtinagar Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghanji?
Ghanji is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ghanji?
The pincode of Ghanji is 249161.
What is the population of Ghanji?
Ghanji has a total population of 341, including 157 males and 184 females.
How many households are there in Ghanji?
There are 100 households in Ghanji.
What is the literacy rate in Ghanji?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghanji is 69.79%. Male literacy is 83.44% and female literacy is 58.15%.