Gahar

Gahar is a village located in Bharari tehsil of Bilaspur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 30km away from district headquarter Bharari. Bharari is the sub-district headquarter of Gahar village. As per 2009 stats, Gahar village is also a gram panchayat.

Gahar has its own place in the vibrant Bilaspur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Gahar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gahar is 019196. The village spans a total geographical area of 37 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 174027. Ghumarwin is nearest town to Gahar village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Gahar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Ghumarwin Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Gahar

Below is a concise population overview of Gahar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 221 111 110
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 16 10 6
Scheduled Castes (SC) 12 4 8
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1 1 N/A
Literate Population 194 95 99
Illiterate Population 27 16 11

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gahar village:

  • The total population of Gahar village is around 221, including approximately 111 males and 110 females, with a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 16 children aged 0–6 years in Gahar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gahar village has 12 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Gahar village is about 87.78%, with male literacy at 85.59% and female literacy at 90.00%.
  • There are around 59 households in Gahar village.

Connectivity of Gahar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gahar. As per the 2011 stats, Gahar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Gahar

Knowing the nearby villages of Gahar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gahar.

Frequently Asked Questions about Gahar

Where is Gahar located?
Gahar village is situated in Bharari Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gahar?
Gahar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Gahar?
The pincode of Gahar is 174027, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gahar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gahar is 221, with 111 males and 110 females.
How many households are there in Gahar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gahar village has a total of 59 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gahar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gahar is 87.78%. The male literacy rate is 85.59%, while the female literacy rate is 90.00%.