Ghorpur - Pratapnagar, Tehri Garhwal
Ghorpur is a village situated in the Pratapnagar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 41 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pratapnagar and around 100 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Dangi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghorpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghorpur is 043438. The village covers a total geographical area of 34.21 hectares and falls under the 249165 pincode. Uttarkashi is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Ghorpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Ghorpur
According to the 2011 Census, Ghorpur village had a total population of 196 people, including 94 males and 102 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 1,085 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.12%, with male literacy at 94.94% and female literacy at 51.16%.
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 | 196 | 94 | 102 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 15 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 119 | 75 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 77 | 19 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Ghorpur
Ghorpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Mukhmal Gaon | North-West | 0.89 km |
| Khurmola | South-East | 1.19 km |
| Herwal Gaon | North-West | 1.53 km |
| Khamakhal | South | 1.64 km |
| Silora | North-East | 2.19 km |
| Mukhem | West | 2.21 km |
| Garwan Gaon | South-East | 2.25 km |
| Mastari | South-West | 2.38 km |
| Moliya | South | 2.65 km |
| Dhangar Gaon | West | 2.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghorpur
Public transport in the Ghorpur is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Harrawala, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Uttarkashi to Ghorpur is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Ghorpur is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghorpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghorpur 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ghorpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghorpur 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ghorpur
Where is Ghorpur located?
Ghorpur village is located in Pratapnagar Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ghorpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghorpur is Dangi.
What is the pincode of Ghorpur?
The pincode of Ghorpur is 249165.
What is the population of Ghorpur?
Ghorpur had a total population of 196, including 94 males and 102 females.
How many households are there in Ghorpur?
Ghorpur had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghorpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghorpur was 72.12%. Male literacy was 94.94% and female literacy was 51.16%.