Gastari
Gastari is a village located in Nerua tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 151km away from district headquarter Nerua. Nerua is the sub-district headquarter of Gastari village. As per 2009 stats, Paudia Bp is the gram panchayat of Gastari village.
Gastari 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 Gastari
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gastari is 025701. The village spans a total geographical area of 114 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171210. Chaupal is nearest town to Gastari village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Gastari 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 Gastari
Population of Gastari
Below is a concise population overview of Gastari 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 | 170 | 86 | 84 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 46 | 17 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 123 | 70 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 47 | 16 | 31 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gastari village:
- The total population of Gastari village is around 170, including approximately 86 males and 84 females, with a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 14 children aged 0–6 years in Gastari village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gastari village has 46 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Gastari village is about 72.35%, with male literacy at 81.40% and female literacy at 63.10%.
- There are around 36 households in Gastari village.
Connectivity of Gastari
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gastari. As per the 2011 stats, Gastari 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 Gastari
Knowing the nearby villages of Gastari helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gastari.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gastari
- Where is Gastari located?
- Gastari village is situated in Nerua Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gastari?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gastari is Paudia Bp (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gastari?
- The pincode of Gastari is 171210, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gastari as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gastari is 170, with 86 males and 84 females.
- How many households are there in Gastari as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gastari village has a total of 36 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gastari as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gastari is 72.35%. The male literacy rate is 81.40%, while the female literacy rate is 63.10%.