Gahar

Gahar is a village located in Nihri tehsil of Mandi district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 83km away from district headquarter Nihri. Nihri is the sub-district headquarter of Gahar village. As per 2009 stats, Marhda is the gram panchayat of Gahar village.

Here you can discover what makes Gahar unique in its vibrant Nihri-Mandi region. You’ll see Gahar’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 Gahar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gahar is 015632. The village spans a total geographical area of 54 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 175038. Sundarnagar is nearest town to Gahar village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Gahar 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 Sundernagar 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.

Google Map of Gahar

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Population of Gahar

According to the 2011 Census, Gahar has a total population of about 195, with approximately 103 males and 92 females. The sex ratio is around 893 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 22 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 66.67%, with male literacy at about 73.79% and female literacy near 58.70%. There are around 32 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gahar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 195 103 92
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 22 16 6
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 130 76 54
Illiterate Population 65 27 38

Connectivity of Gahar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gahar. As per the 2011 stats, Gahar 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 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Gahar

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Gahar

Where is Gahar located?
Gahar village is situated in Nihri Tehsil, within the Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gahar?
The Gram Panchayat of Gahar is Marhda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gahar?
The pincode of Gahar is 175038, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gahar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gahar is 195, with 103 males and 92 females.
How many households are there in Gahar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gahar village has a total of 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gahar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gahar is 66.67%. The male literacy rate is 73.79%, while the female literacy rate is 58.70%.