Gahal
About Gahal
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Gahal village is 010852. Gahal village is located in Khundian tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 69km away from district headquarter Khundian. Khundian is the sub-district headquarter of Gahal village. As per 2009 stats, Bag is the gram panchayat of Gahal village.
The total geographical area of village is 47.59 hectares. Gahal has a total population of 78 peoples, out of which male population is 37 while female population is 41. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1108 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of gahal village is 78.21% out of which 83.78% males and 73.17% females are literate. There are about 19 houses in gahal village. Pincode of gahal village locality is 176030.
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 Jawalamukhi Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Jawalamukhi is nearest town to gahal village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Gahal
The population details of Gahal cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 78 | 37 | 41 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 61 | 31 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 17 | 6 | 11 |
Connectivity of Gahal
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 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 Khundian Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gahal?
The Gram Panchayat of Gahal is Bag (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 176030, 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 78, with 37 males and 41 females.
How many households are there in Gahal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gahal village has a total of 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gahal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gahal is 78.21%. The male literacy rate is 83.78%, while the female literacy rate is 73.17%.