Gahota - Namhol, Bilaspur
Gahota is a village situated in the Namhol tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Panjail Khurd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gahota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gahota is 019952. The village covers a total geographical area of 36 hectares and falls under the 174032 pincode. Bilaspur is the nearest town.
Gahota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan 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 Gahota
According to the 2011 Census, Gahota village had a total population of 133 people, including 63 males and 70 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 1,111 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.76%, with male literacy at 86.79% and female literacy at 79.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 62.
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 | 133 | 63 | 70 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 62 | 30 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 96 | 46 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 17 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Gahota
Gahota 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 Gahota
Gahota 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 Gahota is about 28 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 Gahota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gahota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gahota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gahota 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gahota
Where is Gahota located?
Gahota village is located in Namhol Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gahota?
The Gram Panchayat of Gahota is Panjail Khurd.
What is the pincode of Gahota?
The pincode of Gahota is 174032.
What is the population of Gahota?
Gahota had a total population of 133, including 63 males and 70 females.
How many households are there in Gahota?
Gahota had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gahota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gahota was 82.76%. Male literacy was 86.79% and female literacy was 79.37%.