Gagahan - Panchrukhi, Kangra
Gagahan is a village situated in the Panchrukhi tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 45 km from Dharmsala. Tikkar Khas serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gagahan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gagahan is 011764. The village covers a total geographical area of 88.77 hectares and falls under the 176103 pincode. Palampur is the nearest town.
Gagahan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaisinghpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Gagahan
Gagahan is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Gagahan
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Gagahan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Gagahan is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gagahan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gagahan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gagahan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gagahan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gagahan
Where is Gagahan located?
Gagahan village is located in Panchrukhi Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gagahan?
The Gram Panchayat of Gagahan is Tikkar Khas.
What is the pincode of Gagahan?
The pincode of Gagahan is 176103.