Gahran
Gahran is a village located in Dera Gopipur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 41km away from district headquarter Dera Gopipur. Dera Gopipur is the sub-district headquarter of Gahran village. As per 2009 stats, Dohag Paloti is the gram panchayat of Gahran village.
Here you can discover what makes Gahran unique in its vibrant Dera Gopipur-Kangra region. You’ll see Gahran’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Gahran
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gahran is 010367. The village spans a total geographical area of 134.3 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 177114. Dera Gopipur is nearest town to Gahran village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Gahran
Population of Gahran
According to the 2011 Census, Gahran has a total population of about 210, with approximately 97 males and 113 females. The sex ratio is around 1164 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 15 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 37 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 83.33%, with male literacy at about 77.32% and female literacy near 88.50%. There are around 60 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gahran's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 210 | 97 | 113 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 14 | 1 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 20 | 17 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 175 | 75 | 100 |
Illiterate Population | 35 | 22 | 13 |
Connectivity of Gahran
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gahran. As per the 2011 stats, Gahran had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gahran
Knowing the nearby villages of Gahran helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gahran.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gahran
- Where is Gahran located?
- Gahran village is situated in Dera Gopipur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gahran?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gahran is Dohag Paloti (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gahran?
- The pincode of Gahran is 177114, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gahran as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gahran is 210, with 97 males and 113 females.
- How many households are there in Gahran as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gahran village has a total of 60 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gahran as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gahran is 83.33%. The male literacy rate is 77.32%, while the female literacy rate is 88.50%.