Gahar - Bharari, Bilaspur
Gahar is a village situated in the Bharari tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Gahar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gahar is 019196. The village covers a total geographical area of 37 hectares and falls under the 174027 pincode. Ghumarwin is the nearest town.
Gahar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghumarwin Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gahar
According to the 2011 Census, Gahar village had a total population of 221 people, including 111 males and 110 females, living in 59 households. The sex ratio was 991 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 94.63%, with male literacy at 94.06% and female literacy at 95.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 12, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 221 | 111 | 110 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 10 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 4 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 194 | 95 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 27 | 16 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Gahar
Gahar 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 Gahar
Gahar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Bilaspur to Gahar is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gahar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gahar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gahar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gahar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gahar
Where is Gahar located?
Gahar village is located in Bharari Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gahar?
Gahar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gahar?
The pincode of Gahar is 174027.
What is the population of Gahar?
Gahar had a total population of 221, including 111 males and 110 females.
How many households are there in Gahar?
Gahar had 59 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gahar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gahar was 94.63%. Male literacy was 94.06% and female literacy was 95.19%.