Gandhyar - Dalhousie, Chamba
Gandhyar is a village situated in the Dalhousie tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dalhousie and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Chamba. Manola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gandhyar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gandhyar is 007472. The village covers a total geographical area of 158.9 hectares and falls under the 176306 pincode. Dalhousie is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Gandhyar 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 Gandhyar
As per Census 2011, Gandhyar village has a total population of 408 people, consisting of 197 males and 211 females. The village has 82 households and a sex ratio of 1,071 females per 1,000 males. There are 57 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 249 literate and 159 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gandhyar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 408 | 197 | 211 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 31 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 4 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 249 | 130 | 119 |
| Illiterate Population | 159 | 67 | 92 |
Nearby Villages of Gandhyar
Gandhyar 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 Gandhyar
Public transport in the Gandhyar 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 Dalhousie to Gandhyar is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chamba to Gandhyar is about 32 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 Gandhyar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gandhyar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gandhyar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gandhyar 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gandhyar
Where is Gandhyar located?
Gandhyar village is located in Dalhousie Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gandhyar?
The Gram Panchayat of Gandhyar is Manola.
What is the pincode of Gandhyar?
The pincode of Gandhyar is 176306.
What is the population of Gandhyar?
Gandhyar has a total population of 408, including 197 males and 211 females.
How many households are there in Gandhyar?
There are 82 households in Gandhyar.
What is the literacy rate in Gandhyar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gandhyar is 61.03%. Male literacy is 65.99% and female literacy is 56.40%.