Gheesal - Saach, Chamba
Gheesal is a village situated in the Saach tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 215 km from Chamba. Sach serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gheesal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gheesal is 006727. The village covers a total geographical area of 525 hectares and falls under the 176323 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Gheesal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan 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 Gheesal
According to the 2011 Census, Gheesal village had a total population of 276 people, including 143 males and 133 females, living in 58 households. The sex ratio was 930 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.73%, with male literacy at 82.68% and female literacy at 59.09%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 276.
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 | 276 | 143 | 133 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 16 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 276 | 143 | 133 |
| Literate Population | 170 | 105 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 106 | 38 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Gheesal
Gheesal 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 Gheesal
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Gheesal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chamba to Gheesal is about 215 km, with the usual travel time around ~6.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gheesal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gheesal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gheesal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gheesal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gheesal
Where is Gheesal located?
Gheesal village is located in Saach Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gheesal?
The Gram Panchayat of Gheesal is Sach.
What is the pincode of Gheesal?
The pincode of Gheesal is 176323.
What is the population of Gheesal?
Gheesal had a total population of 276, including 143 males and 133 females.
How many households are there in Gheesal?
Gheesal had 58 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gheesal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gheesal was 71.73%. Male literacy was 82.68% and female literacy was 59.09%.