Ghasi Gaon
Ghasi Gaon is a village located in Kotkhai tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 60km away from district headquarter Kotkhai. Kotkhai is the sub-district headquarter of Ghasi Gaon village. As per 2009 stats, Panog is the gram panchayat of Ghasi Gaon village.
Ghasi Gaon has its own place in the vibrant Shimla region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Ghasi Gaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghasi Gaon is 026232. The village spans a total geographical area of 51 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171204. Kotkhai is nearest town to Ghasi Gaon village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Ghasi Gaon 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 Jubbal-Kotkhai Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Ghasi Gaon
Below is a concise population overview of Ghasi Gaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 225 | 117 | 108 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 17 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 190 | 103 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 14 | 21 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Ghasi Gaon village:
- The total population of Ghasi Gaon village is around 225, including approximately 117 males and 108 females, with a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 14 children aged 0–6 years in Ghasi Gaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Ghasi Gaon village has 32 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Ghasi Gaon village is about 84.44%, with male literacy at 88.03% and female literacy at 80.56%.
- There are around 56 households in Ghasi Gaon village.
Connectivity of Ghasi Gaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghasi Gaon. As per the 2011 stats, Ghasi Gaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ghasi Gaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Ghasi Gaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghasi Gaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ghasi Gaon
- Where is Ghasi Gaon located?
- Ghasi Gaon village is situated in Kotkhai Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ghasi Gaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Ghasi Gaon is Panog (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Ghasi Gaon?
- The pincode of Ghasi Gaon is 171204, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ghasi Gaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghasi Gaon is 225, with 117 males and 108 females.
- How many households are there in Ghasi Gaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ghasi Gaon village has a total of 56 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ghasi Gaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghasi Gaon is 84.44%. The male literacy rate is 88.03%, while the female literacy rate is 80.56%.