Gain
Gain is a village located in Nerua tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 136km away from district headquarter Nerua. Nerua is the sub-district headquarter of Gain village. As per 2009 stats, Nerwa is the gram panchayat of Gain village.
Gain 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 Gain
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gain is 025782. The village spans a total geographical area of 160.09 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 173210. Chaupal is nearest town to Gain village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Gain 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 Chopal 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.
Google Map of Gain
Population of Gain
Below is a concise population overview of Gain 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 | 229 | 119 | 110 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 10 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 101 | 55 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 151 | 86 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 78 | 33 | 45 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gain village:
- The total population of Gain village is around 229, including approximately 119 males and 110 females, with a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 23 children aged 0–6 years in Gain village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gain village has 101 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Gain village is about 65.94%, with male literacy at 72.27% and female literacy at 59.09%.
- There are around 40 households in Gain village.
Connectivity of Gain
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gain. As per the 2011 stats, Gain had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gain
Knowing the nearby villages of Gain helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gain.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gain
- Where is Gain located?
- Gain village is situated in Nerua Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gain?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gain is Nerwa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gain?
- The pincode of Gain is 173210, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gain as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gain is 229, with 119 males and 110 females.
- How many households are there in Gain as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gain village has a total of 40 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gain as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gain is 65.94%. The male literacy rate is 72.27%, while the female literacy rate is 59.09%.