Gadot - Pragpur, Kangra
Gadot is a village situated in the Pragpur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 78 km from Dharmsala. Sehri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gadot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gadot is 010730. The village covers a total geographical area of 145.49 hectares and falls under the 177043 pincode. Dera Gopipur is the nearest town.
Gadot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baijnath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gadot
According to the 2011 Census, Gadot village had a total population of 185 people, including 95 males and 90 females, living in 51 households. The sex ratio was 947 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.43%, with male literacy at 92.77% and female literacy at 82.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 185 | 95 | 90 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 12 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 146 | 77 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 39 | 18 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Gadot
Gadot 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 Gadot
Gadot is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Gadot is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gadot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gadot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gadot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gadot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gadot
Where is Gadot located?
Gadot village is located in Pragpur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gadot?
The Gram Panchayat of Gadot is Sehri.
What is the pincode of Gadot?
The pincode of Gadot is 177043.
What is the population of Gadot?
Gadot had a total population of 185, including 95 males and 90 females.
How many households are there in Gadot?
Gadot had 51 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gadot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadot was 87.43%. Male literacy was 92.77% and female literacy was 82.14%.