Gatol - Ghumarwin, Bilaspur
Gatol is a village situated in the Ghumarwin tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Dabhla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gatol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gatol is 018945. The village covers a total geographical area of 122.46 hectares and falls under the 174021 pincode. Ghumarwin is the nearest town.
Gatol 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 Gatol
As per Census 2011, Gatol village has a total population of 304 people, consisting of 141 males and 163 females. The village has 65 households and a sex ratio of 1,156 females per 1,000 males. There are 36 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 230 literate and 74 illiterate residents. Additionally, 25 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gatol are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 304 | 141 | 163 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 18 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 12 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 230 | 117 | 113 |
| Illiterate Population | 74 | 24 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Gatol
Gatol 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 Gatol
Public transport in the Gatol is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bilaspur to Gatol is about 29 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 Gatol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gatol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gatol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gatol 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Gatol
Where is Gatol located?
Gatol village is located in Ghumarwin Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gatol?
The Gram Panchayat of Gatol is Dabhla.
What is the pincode of Gatol?
The pincode of Gatol is 174021.
What is the population of Gatol?
Gatol has a total population of 304, including 141 males and 163 females.
How many households are there in Gatol?
There are 65 households in Gatol.
What is the literacy rate in Gatol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gatol is 75.66%. Male literacy is 82.98% and female literacy is 69.33%.