Ghighud
Ghighud is a village located in Narendranagar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 70km away from sub-district headquarter Narendra Nagar (tehsildar office) and 125km away from district headquarter New Tehri. As per 2009 stats, Ghingur is the gram panchayat of Ghighud village.
Here you can discover what makes Ghighud unique in its vibrant Narendranagar-Tehri Garhwal region. You’ll see Ghighud’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 Ghighud
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghighud is 044513. The village spans a total geographical area of 358.72 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249192. Rishikesh is nearest town to Ghighud village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 57km away.
Google Map of Ghighud
Population of Ghighud
According to the 2011 Census, Ghighud has a total population of about 795, with approximately 376 males and 419 females. The sex ratio is around 1114 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 157 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 110 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 57.48%, with male literacy at about 67.02% and female literacy near 48.93%. There are around 137 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ghighud's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 795 | 376 | 419 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 157 | 90 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 110 | 59 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 457 | 252 | 205 |
| Illiterate Population | 338 | 124 | 214 |
Connectivity of Ghighud
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghighud. As per the 2011 stats, Ghighud 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 Ghighud
Knowing the nearby villages of Ghighud helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghighud.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ghighud
- Where is Ghighud located?
- Ghighud village is situated in Narendranagar Tehsil, within the Tehri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ghighud?
- The Gram Panchayat of Ghighud is Ghingur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Ghighud?
- The pincode of Ghighud is 249192, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ghighud as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghighud is 795, with 376 males and 419 females.
- How many households are there in Ghighud as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ghighud village has a total of 137 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ghighud as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghighud is 57.48%. The male literacy rate is 67.02%, while the female literacy rate is 48.93%.