Gadh - Dalhousie, Chamba
Gadh is a village situated in the Dalhousie tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dalhousie and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Chamba. Chuhan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gadh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gadh is 007360. The village covers a total geographical area of 167.11 hectares and falls under the 176303 pincode. Dalhousie is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Gadh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dalhousie Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gadh
As per Census 2011, Gadh village has a total population of 354 people, consisting of 177 males and 177 females. The village has 73 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 46 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 246 literate and 108 illiterate residents. Additionally, 88 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gadh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 354 | 177 | 177 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 30 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 88 | 48 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 246 | 129 | 117 |
| Illiterate Population | 108 | 48 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Gadh
Gadh 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 Gadh
Gadh 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 Dalhousie to Gadh is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chamba to Gadh is about 39 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 Gadh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gadh 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gadh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gadh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gadh
Where is Gadh located?
Gadh village is located in Dalhousie Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gadh?
The Gram Panchayat of Gadh is Chuhan.
What is the pincode of Gadh?
The pincode of Gadh is 176303.
What is the population of Gadh?
Gadh has a total population of 354, including 177 males and 177 females.
How many households are there in Gadh?
There are 73 households in Gadh.
What is the literacy rate in Gadh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadh is 69.49%. Male literacy is 72.88% and female literacy is 66.10%.