Gehra

Gehra is a village located in Ghumarwin tehsil of Bilaspur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 24km away from district headquarter Ghumarwin. Ghumarwin is the sub-district headquarter of Gehra village. As per 2009 stats, Rohin is the gram panchayat of Gehra village.

Here you can discover what makes Gehra unique in its vibrant Ghumarwin-Bilaspur region. You’ll see Gehra’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Gehra

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gehra is 018957. The village spans a total geographical area of 19.97 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 174021. Ghumarwin is nearest town to Gehra village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Gehra 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 Bilaspur 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 Gehra

According to the 2011 Census, Gehra has a total population of about 87, with approximately 42 males and 45 females. The sex ratio is around 1071 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 9 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 16 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.41%, with male literacy at about 76.19% and female literacy near 68.89%. There are around 18 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gehra's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 87 42 45
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 9 4 5
Scheduled Castes (SC) 16 7 9
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 63 32 31
Illiterate Population 24 10 14

Connectivity of Gehra

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Gehra

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Gehra

Where is Gehra located?
Gehra village is situated in Ghumarwin Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gehra?
The Gram Panchayat of Gehra is Rohin (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gehra?
The pincode of Gehra is 174021, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gehra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gehra is 87, with 42 males and 45 females.
How many households are there in Gehra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gehra village has a total of 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gehra as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gehra is 72.41%. The male literacy rate is 76.19%, while the female literacy rate is 68.89%.