Gadheri - Jalog, Shimla
Gadheri is a village situated in the Jalog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 85 km from Shimla. Himri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gadheri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gadheri is 024175. The village covers a total geographical area of 319.91 hectares and falls under the 171019 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Gadheri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shimla Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gadheri
According to the 2011 Census, Gadheri village had a total population of 687 people, including 334 males and 353 females, living in 155 households. The sex ratio was 1,057 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.53%, with male literacy at 88.40% and female literacy at 65.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 239.
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 | 687 | 334 | 353 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 41 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 239 | 117 | 122 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 476 | 259 | 217 |
| Illiterate Population | 211 | 75 | 136 |
Nearby Villages of Gadheri
Gadheri 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 Gadheri
Gadheri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Gadheri is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gadheri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gadheri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gadheri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gadheri 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gadheri
Where is Gadheri located?
Gadheri village is located in Jalog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gadheri?
The Gram Panchayat of Gadheri is Himri.
What is the pincode of Gadheri?
The pincode of Gadheri is 171019.
What is the population of Gadheri?
Gadheri had a total population of 687, including 334 males and 353 females.
How many households are there in Gadheri?
Gadheri had 155 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gadheri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadheri was 76.53%. Male literacy was 88.40% and female literacy was 65.96%.