Gasaur - Namhol, Bilaspur
Gasaur is a village situated in the Namhol tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Jukhala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gasaur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gasaur is 019907. The village covers a total geographical area of 61 hectares and falls under the 174033 pincode. Bilaspur is the nearest town.
Gasaur 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 Gasaur
As per Census 2011, Gasaur village has a total population of 548 people, consisting of 271 males and 277 females. The village has 117 households and a sex ratio of 1,022 females per 1,000 males. There are 62 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 413 literate and 135 illiterate residents. Additionally, 209 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gasaur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 548 | 271 | 277 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 31 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 209 | 106 | 103 |
| Literate Population | 413 | 222 | 191 |
| Illiterate Population | 135 | 49 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Gasaur
Gasaur 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 Gasaur
Gasaur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Gasaur is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gasaur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gasaur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gasaur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gasaur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Gasaur
Where is Gasaur located?
Gasaur village is located in Namhol Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gasaur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gasaur is Jukhala.
What is the pincode of Gasaur?
The pincode of Gasaur is 174033.
What is the population of Gasaur?
Gasaur has a total population of 548, including 271 males and 277 females.
How many households are there in Gasaur?
There are 117 households in Gasaur.
What is the literacy rate in Gasaur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gasaur is 75.36%. Male literacy is 81.92% and female literacy is 68.95%.