Gehra - Dharwala, Chamba
Gehra is a village situated in the Dharwala tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from Chamba. Gehra village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gehra is 007868. The village covers a total geographical area of 475.84 hectares and falls under the 176324 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Gehra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bharmour Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gehra
As per Census 2011, Gehra village has a total population of 1,705 people, consisting of 864 males and 841 females. The village has 348 households and a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males. There are 256 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,007 literate and 698 illiterate residents. Additionally, 821 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gehra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,705 | 864 | 841 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 256 | 135 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 821 | 430 | 391 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 3 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 1,007 | 588 | 419 |
| Illiterate Population | 698 | 276 | 422 |
Nearby Villages of Gehra
Gehra 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 Gehra
Gehra 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 Chamba to Gehra is about 25 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 Gehra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gehra 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 Gehra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gehra 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gehra
Where is Gehra located?
Gehra village is located in Dharwala Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gehra?
Gehra is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gehra?
The pincode of Gehra is 176324.
What is the population of Gehra?
Gehra has a total population of 1,705, including 864 males and 841 females.
How many households are there in Gehra?
There are 348 households in Gehra.
What is the literacy rate in Gehra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gehra is 59.06%. Male literacy is 68.06% and female literacy is 49.82%.