Gugwal - Bharari, Bilaspur
Gugwal is a village situated in the Bharari tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Lehri Sarail serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gugwal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gugwal is 019172. The village covers a total geographical area of 13.03 hectares and falls under the 174027 pincode. Ghumarwin is the nearest town.
Gugwal 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 Gugwal
As per Census 2011, Gugwal village has a total population of 163 people, consisting of 81 males and 82 females. The village has 36 households and a sex ratio of 1,012 females per 1,000 males. There are 19 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 132 literate and 31 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gugwal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 163 | 81 | 82 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 11 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 132 | 69 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 31 | 12 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Gugwal
Gugwal 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 Gugwal
Gugwal 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 Gugwal is about 40 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 Gugwal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gugwal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gugwal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gugwal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gugwal
Where is Gugwal located?
Gugwal village is located in Bharari Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gugwal?
The Gram Panchayat of Gugwal is Lehri Sarail.
What is the pincode of Gugwal?
The pincode of Gugwal is 174027.
What is the population of Gugwal?
Gugwal has a total population of 163, including 81 males and 82 females.
How many households are there in Gugwal?
There are 36 households in Gugwal.
What is the literacy rate in Gugwal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gugwal is 80.98%. Male literacy is 85.19% and female literacy is 76.83%.