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 Gram Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Ghund village had a total population of 64 people, including 34 males and 30 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 882 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 94.92%, with male literacy at 93.94% and female literacy at 96.15%.
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 | 64 | 34 | 30 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 64, including 34 males and 30 females.
How many households are there in Ghund?
Ghund had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghund?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghund was 94.92%. Male literacy was 93.94% and female literacy was 96.15%.