Gagna - Chaupal, Shimla
Gagna is a village situated in the Chaupal tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Nanahar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gagna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gagna is 025452. The village covers a total geographical area of 166 hectares and falls under the 171211 pincode. Chaupal is the nearest town.
Gagna 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 Gagna
According to the 2011 Census, Gagna village had a total population of 222 people, including 124 males and 98 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 790 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.50%, with male literacy at 84.96% and female literacy at 77.01%.
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 | 222 | 124 | 98 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 11 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 163 | 96 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 59 | 28 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Gagna
Gagna 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 Gagna
Public transport in the Gagna is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Gagna is about 124 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gagna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gagna 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 Gagna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gagna 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 Gagna
Where is Gagna located?
Gagna village is located in Chaupal Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gagna?
The Gram Panchayat of Gagna is Nanahar.
What is the pincode of Gagna?
The pincode of Gagna is 171211.
What is the population of Gagna?
Gagna had a total population of 222, including 124 males and 98 females.
How many households are there in Gagna?
Gagna had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gagna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gagna was 81.50%. Male literacy was 84.96% and female literacy was 77.01%.