Gahru

Gahru is a village located in Lad Bharol tehsil of Mandi district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 80km away from district headquarter Lad Bharol. Lad Bharol is the sub-district headquarter of Gahru village. As per 2009 stats, Ropri Kalyheru is the gram panchayat of Gahru village.

Here you can discover what makes Gahru unique in its vibrant Lad Bharol-Mandi region. You’ll see Gahru’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Gahru

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gahru is 013503. The village spans a total geographical area of 140 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 175032. Jogindarnagar is nearest town to Gahru village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Gahru village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Jogindernagar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mandi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Gahru

According to the 2011 Census, Gahru has a total population of about 311, with approximately 133 males and 178 females. The sex ratio is around 1338 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 36 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.92%, with male literacy at about 74.44% and female literacy near 59.55%. There are around 81 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gahru's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 311 133 178
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 36 23 13
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 205 99 106
Illiterate Population 106 34 72

Connectivity of Gahru

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gahru. As per the 2011 stats, Gahru had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Gahru

Knowing the nearby villages of Gahru helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gahru.

Frequently Asked Questions about Gahru

Where is Gahru located?
Gahru village is situated in Lad Bharol Tehsil, within the Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gahru?
The Gram Panchayat of Gahru is Ropri Kalyheru (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gahru?
The pincode of Gahru is 175032, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gahru as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gahru is 311, with 133 males and 178 females.
How many households are there in Gahru as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gahru village has a total of 81 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gahru as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gahru is 65.92%. The male literacy rate is 74.44%, while the female literacy rate is 59.55%.