Gadhral - Chaupal, Shimla
Gadhral is a village situated in the Chaupal tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Thana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gadhral village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gadhral is 025576. The village covers a total geographical area of 28.29 hectares and falls under the 171211 pincode. Chaupal is the nearest town.
Gadhral village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chopal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gadhral
As per Census 2011, Gadhral village has a total population of 85 people, consisting of 44 males and 41 females. The village has 20 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 10 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 58 literate and 27 illiterate residents. Additionally, 64 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gadhral are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 85 | 44 | 41 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 64 | 36 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 58 | 34 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 27 | 10 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Gadhral
Gadhral 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 Gadhral
Gadhral is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Shimla to Gadhral is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gadhral
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gadhral village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gadhral
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gadhral village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gadhral
Where is Gadhral located?
Gadhral village is located in Chaupal Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gadhral?
The Gram Panchayat of Gadhral is Thana.
What is the pincode of Gadhral?
The pincode of Gadhral is 171211.
What is the population of Gadhral?
Gadhral has a total population of 85, including 44 males and 41 females.
How many households are there in Gadhral?
There are 20 households in Gadhral.
What is the literacy rate in Gadhral?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadhral is 68.24%. Male literacy is 77.27% and female literacy is 58.54%.