Gher
Gher is a village located in Dera Gopipur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 50km away from district headquarter Dera Gopipur. Dera Gopipur is the sub-district headquarter of Gher village. As per 2009 stats, Gher village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gher unique in its vibrant Dera Gopipur-Kangra region. You’ll see Gher’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 Gher
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gher is 010391. The village spans a total geographical area of 38.79 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 177114. Dera Gopipur is nearest town to Gher village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Gher
Population of Gher
According to the 2011 Census, Gher has a total population of about 239, with approximately 117 males and 122 females. The sex ratio is around 1042 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 35 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.29%, with male literacy at about 77.78% and female literacy near 63.11%. There are around 53 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gher's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 239 | 117 | 122 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 17 | 18 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 168 | 91 | 77 |
Illiterate Population | 71 | 26 | 45 |
Connectivity of Gher
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gher. As per the 2011 stats, Gher 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 village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gher
Knowing the nearby villages of Gher helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gher.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gher
- Where is Gher located?
- Gher village is situated in Dera Gopipur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gher?
- Gher serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gher?
- The pincode of Gher is 177114, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gher as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gher is 239, with 117 males and 122 females.
- How many households are there in Gher as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gher village has a total of 53 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gher as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gher is 70.29%. The male literacy rate is 77.78%, while the female literacy rate is 63.11%.