Gahang - Tikken, Mandi
Gahang is a village situated in the Tikken tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 70 km from Mandi. Latran serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gahang village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gahang is 013021. The village covers a total geographical area of 125.58 hectares and falls under the 175013 pincode. Jogindarnagar is the nearest town.
Gahang village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Darang Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gahang
According to the 2011 Census, Gahang village had a total population of 144 people, including 78 males and 66 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 846 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.77%, with male literacy at 86.36% and female literacy at 55.17%.
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 | 144 | 78 | 66 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 12 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 89 | 57 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 55 | 21 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Gahang
Gahang 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 Gahang
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Gahang.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Gahang is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gahang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gahang village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gahang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gahang 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 Gahang
Where is Gahang located?
Gahang village is located in Tikken Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gahang?
The Gram Panchayat of Gahang is Latran.
What is the pincode of Gahang?
The pincode of Gahang is 175013.
What is the population of Gahang?
Gahang had a total population of 144, including 78 males and 66 females.
How many households are there in Gahang?
Gahang had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gahang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gahang was 71.77%. Male literacy was 86.36% and female literacy was 55.17%.