Gah - Kalol, Bilaspur
Gah is a village situated in the Kalol tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 70 km from Bilaspur. Paploa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gah village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gah is 019413. The village covers a total geographical area of 185.17 hectares and falls under the 174035 pincode. Naina Devi is the nearest town.
Gah 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 Gah
According to the 2011 Census, Gah village had a total population of 790 people, including 426 males and 364 females, living in 174 households. The sex ratio was 854 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.21%, with male literacy at 82.89% and female literacy at 66.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 522, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 13.
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 | 790 | 426 | 364 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 46 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 522 | 282 | 240 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 525 | 315 | 210 |
| Illiterate Population | 265 | 111 | 154 |
Nearby Villages of Gah
Gah 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 Gah
Gah is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Gah is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gah
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gah village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gah
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gah village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gah
Where is Gah located?
Gah village is located in Kalol Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gah?
The Gram Panchayat of Gah is Paploa.
What is the pincode of Gah?
The pincode of Gah is 174035.
What is the population of Gah?
Gah had a total population of 790, including 426 males and 364 females.
How many households are there in Gah?
Gah had 174 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gah was 75.21%. Male literacy was 82.89% and female literacy was 66.04%.