Gathoun - Baldwara, Mandi
Gathoun is a village situated in the Baldwara tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Kot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gathoun village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gathoun is 014198. The village covers a total geographical area of 15.04 hectares and falls under the 175034 pincode. Ghumarwin is the nearest town.
Gathoun village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sarkaghat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gathoun
According to the 2011 Census, Gathoun village had a total population of 148 people, including 72 males and 76 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 1,056 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.12%, with male literacy at 89.09% and female literacy at 81.82%.
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 | 148 | 72 | 76 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 17 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 103 | 49 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 23 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Gathoun
Gathoun 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 Gathoun
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Gathoun.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Gathoun is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gathoun
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gathoun 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 Gathoun
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gathoun 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 Gathoun
Where is Gathoun located?
Gathoun village is located in Baldwara Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gathoun?
The Gram Panchayat of Gathoun is Kot.
What is the pincode of Gathoun?
The pincode of Gathoun is 175034.
What is the population of Gathoun?
Gathoun had a total population of 148, including 72 males and 76 females.
How many households are there in Gathoun?
Gathoun had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gathoun?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gathoun was 85.12%. Male literacy was 89.09% and female literacy was 81.82%.