Gawal Thai - Naina Devi, Bilaspur
Gawal Thai is a village situated in the Naina Devi tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Gwalthai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gawal Thai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gawal Thai is 019505. The village covers a total geographical area of 302.2 hectares and falls under the 174201 pincode. Nangal is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Gawal Thai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri naina Deviji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gawal Thai
As per Census 2011, Gawal Thai village has a total population of 753 people, consisting of 496 males and 257 females. The village has 146 households and a sex ratio of 518 females per 1,000 males. There are 83 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 522 literate and 231 illiterate residents. Additionally, 154 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gawal Thai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 753 | 496 | 257 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 40 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 154 | 86 | 68 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Literate Population | 522 | 370 | 152 |
| Illiterate Population | 231 | 126 | 105 |
Nearby Villages of Gawal Thai
Gawal Thai 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 Gawal Thai
Gawal Thai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Gawal Thai.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nangal to Gawal Thai is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Gawal Thai is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gawal Thai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gawal Thai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gawal Thai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gawal Thai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gawal Thai
Where is Gawal Thai located?
Gawal Thai village is located in Naina Devi Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gawal Thai?
The Gram Panchayat of Gawal Thai is Gwalthai.
What is the pincode of Gawal Thai?
The pincode of Gawal Thai is 174201.
What is the population of Gawal Thai?
Gawal Thai has a total population of 753, including 496 males and 257 females.
How many households are there in Gawal Thai?
There are 146 households in Gawal Thai.
What is the literacy rate in Gawal Thai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gawal Thai is 69.32%. Male literacy is 74.60% and female literacy is 59.14%.