Ghansi - Nainbag, Tehri Garhwal
Ghansi is a village situated in the Nainbag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 95 km from Dhanaulti and around 140 km from New Tehri. Ghansi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghansi is 044093. The village covers a total geographical area of 198.02 hectares and falls under the 249186 pincode. Mussoorie is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Ghansi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tehri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghansi
According to the 2011 Census, Ghansi village had a total population of 276 people, including 148 males and 128 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 865 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.30%, with male literacy at 90.98% and female literacy at 65.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 91.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 276 | 148 | 128 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 26 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 91 | 48 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 180 | 111 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 96 | 37 | 59 |
Nearby Villages of Ghansi
Ghansi 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 Ghansi
Public transport in the Ghansi is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Mussoorie to Ghansi is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Ghansi is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghansi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghansi 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ghansi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghansi 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 Ghansi
Where is Ghansi located?
Ghansi village is located in Nainbag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghansi?
Ghansi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ghansi?
The pincode of Ghansi is 249186.
What is the population of Ghansi?
Ghansi had a total population of 276, including 148 males and 128 females.
How many households are there in Ghansi?
Ghansi had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghansi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghansi was 79.30%. Male literacy was 90.98% and female literacy was 65.71%.