Gardyal - Dadasiba, Kangra
Gardyal is a village situated in the Dadasiba tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 85 km from Dharmsala. Bathra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gardyal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gardyal is 010686. The village covers a total geographical area of 74 hectares and falls under the 177112 pincode. Dera Gopipur is the nearest town.
Gardyal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaswan-Pragpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gardyal
According to the 2011 Census, Gardyal village had a total population of 280 people, including 138 males and 142 females, living in 64 households. The sex ratio was 1,029 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.73%, with male literacy at 95.35% and female literacy at 86.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 65.
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 | 280 | 138 | 142 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 9 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 65 | 33 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 235 | 123 | 112 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 15 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Gardyal
Gardyal 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 Gardyal
Gardyal 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 Dharmsala to Gardyal is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gardyal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gardyal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gardyal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gardyal 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 Gardyal
Where is Gardyal located?
Gardyal village is located in Dadasiba Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gardyal?
The Gram Panchayat of Gardyal is Bathra.
What is the pincode of Gardyal?
The pincode of Gardyal is 177112.
What is the population of Gardyal?
Gardyal had a total population of 280, including 138 males and 142 females.
How many households are there in Gardyal?
Gardyal had 64 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gardyal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gardyal was 90.73%. Male literacy was 95.35% and female literacy was 86.15%.