Guaon
Guaon is a village located in Jhanduta tehsil of Bilaspur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 29km away from district headquarter Jhanduta. Jhanduta is the sub-district headquarter of Guaon village. As per 2009 stats, Barthin is the gram panchayat of Guaon village.
Here you can discover what makes Guaon unique in its vibrant Jhanduta-Bilaspur region. You’ll see Guaon’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 Guaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Guaon is 019299. The village spans a total geographical area of 77.44 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 174029. Ghumarwin is nearest town to Guaon village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Guaon 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 Jhanduta 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.
Google Map of Guaon
Population of Guaon
According to the 2011 Census, Guaon has a total population of about 576, with approximately 291 males and 285 females. The sex ratio is around 979 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 48 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 237 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 81.77%, with male literacy at about 85.57% and female literacy near 77.89%. There are around 125 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Guaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 471 | 249 | 222 |
| Illiterate Population | 105 | 42 | 63 |
Connectivity of Guaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Guaon. As per the 2011 stats, Guaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Guaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Guaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Guaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Guaon
- Where is Guaon located?
- Guaon village is situated in Jhanduta Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Guaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Guaon is Barthin (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Guaon?
- The pincode of Guaon is 174029, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Guaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Guaon is 576, with 291 males and 285 females.
- How many households are there in Guaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Guaon village has a total of 125 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Guaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Guaon is 81.77%. The male literacy rate is 85.57%, while the female literacy rate is 77.89%.