Guaon - Jhanduta, Bilaspur
Guaon is a village situated in the Jhanduta tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Barthin 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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Guaon village has a total population of 576 people, consisting of 291 males and 285 females. The village has 125 households and a sex ratio of 979 females per 1,000 males. There are 48 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 471 literate and 105 illiterate residents. Additionally, 237 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Guaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 576 | 291 | 285 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 28 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 237 | 120 | 117 |
| 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 Barthin.
What is the pincode of Guaon?
The pincode of Guaon is 174029.
What is the population of Guaon?
Guaon has a total population of 576, including 291 males and 285 females.
How many households are there in Guaon?
There are 125 households in Guaon.
What is the literacy rate in Guaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Guaon is 81.77%. Male literacy is 85.57% and female literacy is 77.89%.