Gashtwad
Gashtwad is a village located in Nagrota Bagwan tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 19km away from district headquarter Nagrota Bagwan. Nagrota Bagwan is the sub-district headquarter of Gashtwad village. As per 2009 stats, Sera Thana is the gram panchayat of Gashtwad village.
Gashtwad has its own place in the vibrant Kangra region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Gashtwad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gashtwad is 009930. The village spans a total geographical area of 48.37 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176056. Nagrota Bagwan is nearest town to Gashtwad village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Gashtwad
Below is a concise population overview of Gashtwad as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 480 | 254 | 226 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 26 | 15 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 138 | 77 | 61 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
Literate Population | 378 | 212 | 166 |
Illiterate Population | 102 | 42 | 60 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gashtwad village:
- The total population of Gashtwad village is around 480, including approximately 254 males and 226 females, with a sex ratio of 889 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 41 children aged 0–6 years in Gashtwad village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gashtwad village has 138 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 13 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Gashtwad village is about 78.75%, with male literacy at 83.46% and female literacy at 73.45%.
- There are around 115 households in Gashtwad village.
Connectivity of Gashtwad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gashtwad. As per the 2011 stats, Gashtwad 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gashtwad
Knowing the nearby villages of Gashtwad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gashtwad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gashtwad
- Where is Gashtwad located?
- Gashtwad village is situated in Nagrota Bagwan Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gashtwad?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gashtwad is Sera Thana (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gashtwad?
- The pincode of Gashtwad is 176056, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gashtwad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gashtwad is 480, with 254 males and 226 females.
- How many households are there in Gashtwad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gashtwad village has a total of 115 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gashtwad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gashtwad is 78.75%. The male literacy rate is 83.46%, while the female literacy rate is 73.45%.