Gahal
About Gahal
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Gahal village is 007245. Gahal village is located in Saluni tehsil of Chamba district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 64km away from district headquarter Saluni. Saluni is the sub-district headquarter of Gahal village. As per 2009 stats, Kharal is the gram panchayat of Gahal village.
The total geographical area of village is 157 hectares. Gahal has a total population of 403 peoples, out of which male population is 196 while female population is 207. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1056 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of gahal village is 55.83% out of which 68.88% males and 43.48% females are literate. There are about 70 houses in gahal village. Pincode of gahal village locality is 176320.
When it comes to administration, Gahal village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Gahal village comes under Dalhousie Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Chamba is nearest town to gahal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 46km away.
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Population of Gahal
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 403 | 196 | 207 |
| Literate Population | 225 | 135 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 178 | 61 | 117 |
Connectivity of Gahal
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gahal
Where is Gahal located?
Gahal village is situated in Saluni Tehsil, within the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gahal?
The Gram Panchayat of Gahal is Kharal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gahal?
The pincode of Gahal is 176320, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gahal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gahal is 403, with 196 males and 207 females.
How many households are there in Gahal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gahal village has a total of 70 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gahal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gahal is 55.83%. The male literacy rate is 68.88%, while the female literacy rate is 43.48%.