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 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 Gherta
According to the 2011 Census, Gherta village had a total population of 186 people, including 98 males and 88 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 898 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.53%, with male literacy at 88.89% and female literacy at 65.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7.
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 | 186 | 98 | 88 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 8 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 186, including 98 males and 88 females.
How many households are there in Gherta?
Gherta had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gherta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gherta was 78.53%. Male literacy was 88.89% and female literacy was 65.75%.