Gatwar
Gatwar is a village located in Bharari tehsil of Bilaspur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 35km away from district headquarter Bharari. Bharari is the sub-district headquarter of Gatwar village. As per 2009 stats, Gatwar village is also a gram panchayat.
Gatwar 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 Gatwar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gatwar is 019183. The village spans a total geographical area of 37 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 174028. Ghumarwin is nearest town to Gatwar village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Gatwar 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.
Google Map of Gatwar
Population of Gatwar
Below is a concise population overview of Gatwar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 214 | 101 | 113 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 16 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 77 | 36 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 166 | 78 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 48 | 23 | 25 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gatwar village:
- The total population of Gatwar village is around 214, including approximately 101 males and 113 females, with a sex ratio of 1118 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 30 children aged 0–6 years in Gatwar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gatwar village has 77 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Gatwar village is about 77.57%, with male literacy at 77.23% and female literacy at 77.88%.
- There are around 50 households in Gatwar village.
Connectivity of Gatwar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gatwar. As per the 2011 stats, Gatwar 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 Gatwar
Knowing the nearby villages of Gatwar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gatwar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gatwar
- Where is Gatwar located?
- Gatwar village is situated in Bharari Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gatwar?
- Gatwar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gatwar?
- The pincode of Gatwar is 174028, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gatwar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gatwar is 214, with 101 males and 113 females.
- How many households are there in Gatwar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gatwar village has a total of 50 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gatwar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gatwar is 77.57%. The male literacy rate is 77.23%, while the female literacy rate is 77.88%.