Ghighud - Pawkidevi, Tehri Garhwal
Ghighud is a village situated in the Pawkidevi tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 70 km from Narendra Nagar and around 125 km from New Tehri. Ghingur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghighud village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghighud is 044513. The village covers a total geographical area of 358.72 hectares and falls under the 249192 pincode. Rishikesh is the nearest town, located about 57 km away.
Ghighud village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan 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 Ghighud
According to the 2011 Census, Ghighud village had a total population of 795 people, including 376 males and 419 females, living in 137 households. The sex ratio was 1,114 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.63%, with male literacy at 88.11% and female literacy at 58.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 110.
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 | 795 | 376 | 419 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 157 | 90 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 110 | 59 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 457 | 252 | 205 |
| Illiterate Population | 338 | 124 | 214 |
Nearby Villages of Ghighud
Ghighud 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 Ghighud
Public transport in the Ghighud 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 Rishikesh to Ghighud is about 57 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Ghighud is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghighud
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghighud village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ghighud
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghighud 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 Ghighud
Where is Ghighud located?
Ghighud village is located in Pawkidevi Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ghighud?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghighud is Ghingur.
What is the pincode of Ghighud?
The pincode of Ghighud is 249192.
What is the population of Ghighud?
Ghighud had a total population of 795, including 376 males and 419 females.
How many households are there in Ghighud?
Ghighud had 137 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghighud?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghighud was 71.63%. Male literacy was 88.11% and female literacy was 58.24%.