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
According to the 2011 Census, Gugwal village had a total population of 163 people, including 81 males and 82 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 1,012 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.67%, with male literacy at 98.57% and female literacy at 85.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8.
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 | 163 | 81 | 82 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 11 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 163, including 81 males and 82 females.
How many households are there in Gugwal?
Gugwal had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gugwal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gugwal was 91.67%. Male literacy was 98.57% and female literacy was 85.14%.