Gher
About Gher
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Gher village is 011780. Gher village is located in Palampur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 54km away from district headquarter Palampur. Palampur is the sub-district headquarter of Gher village. As per 2009 stats, Bhuana is the gram panchayat of Gher village.
The total geographical area of village is 65.18 hectares. Gher has a total population of 424 peoples, out of which male population is 206 while female population is 218. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1058 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of gher village is 75.00% out of which 83.98% males and 66.51% females are literate. There are about 103 houses in gher village. Pincode of gher village locality is 176076.
When it comes to administration, Gher 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, Gher village comes under Jaisinghpur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Palampur is nearest town to gher village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Gher
The population details of Gher 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 | 424 | 206 | 218 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 43 | 23 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 407 | 198 | 209 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 318 | 173 | 145 |
| Illiterate Population | 106 | 33 | 73 |
Connectivity of Gher
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gher
Where is Gher located?
Gher village is situated in Palampur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gher?
The Gram Panchayat of Gher is Bhuana (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gher?
The pincode of Gher is 176076, 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 424, with 206 males and 218 females.
How many households are there in Gher as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gher village has a total of 103 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gher as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gher is 75.00%. The male literacy rate is 83.98%, while the female literacy rate is 66.51%.