Ghund - Rajgarhi, Uttarkashi
Ghund is a village situated in the Rajgarhi tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barkot and around 109 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Kotla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghund village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghund is 040286. The village covers a total geographical area of 62.4 hectares and falls under the 249141 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Ghund village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Purola Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghund
As per Census 2011, Ghund village has a total population of 64 people, consisting of 34 males and 30 females. The village has 15 households and a sex ratio of 882 females per 1,000 males. There are 5 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 56 literate and 8 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghund are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 64 | 34 | 30 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 56 | 31 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 8 | 3 | 5 |
Nearby Villages of Ghund
Ghund 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 Ghund
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Ghund.
| 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 Barkot to Ghund is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Ghund is about 109 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghund
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghund 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ghund
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghund 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 Ghund
Where is Ghund located?
Ghund village is located in Rajgarhi Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghund?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghund is Kotla.
What is the pincode of Ghund?
The pincode of Ghund is 249141.
What is the population of Ghund?
Ghund has a total population of 64, including 34 males and 30 females.
How many households are there in Ghund?
There are 15 households in Ghund.
What is the literacy rate in Ghund?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghund is 87.50%. Male literacy is 91.18% and female literacy is 83.33%.