Gherta - Namhol, Bilaspur
Gherta is a village situated in the Namhol tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Soldha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gherta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gherta is 019886. The village covers a total geographical area of 32 hectares and falls under the 174032 pincode. Bilaspur is the nearest town.
Gherta 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 Gherta
As per Census 2011, Gherta village has a total population of 186 people, consisting of 98 males and 88 females. The village has 34 households and a sex ratio of 897 females per 1,000 males. There are 23 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 128 literate and 58 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gherta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 186 | 98 | 88 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 8 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 128 | 80 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 58 | 18 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Gherta
Gherta 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 Gherta
Gherta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Gherta is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gherta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gherta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gherta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gherta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gherta
Where is Gherta located?
Gherta village is located in Namhol Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gherta?
The Gram Panchayat of Gherta is Soldha.
What is the pincode of Gherta?
The pincode of Gherta is 174032.
What is the population of Gherta?
Gherta has a total population of 186, including 98 males and 88 females.
How many households are there in Gherta?
There are 34 households in Gherta.
What is the literacy rate in Gherta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gherta is 68.82%. Male literacy is 81.63% and female literacy is 54.55%.