Guaon - Jhanduta, Bilaspur
Guaon is a village situated in the Jhanduta tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Mauhin serves as the Gram Panchayat for Guaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Guaon is 019299. The village covers a total geographical area of 77.44 hectares and falls under the 174029 pincode. Ghumarwin is the nearest town.
Guaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jhanduta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Guaon
According to the 2011 Census, Guaon village had a total population of 576 people, including 291 males and 285 females, living in 125 households. The sex ratio was 979 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.20%, with male literacy at 94.68% and female literacy at 83.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 237.
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 | 576 | 291 | 285 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 28 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 237 | 120 | 117 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 471 | 249 | 222 |
| Illiterate Population | 105 | 42 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Guaon
Guaon 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 Guaon
Public transport in the Guaon is mainly available through shared van 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 Guaon 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 Guaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Guaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Guaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Guaon 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Guaon
Where is Guaon located?
Guaon village is located in Jhanduta Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Guaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Guaon is Mauhin.
What is the pincode of Guaon?
The pincode of Guaon is 174029.
What is the population of Guaon?
Guaon had a total population of 576, including 291 males and 285 females.
How many households are there in Guaon?
Guaon had 125 households.
What is the literacy rate in Guaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Guaon was 89.20%. Male literacy was 94.68% and female literacy was 83.77%.