Gain - Nerwa, Shimla
Gain is a village situated in the Nerwa tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 136 km from Shimla. Nerwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gain village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gain is 025782. The village covers a total geographical area of 160.09 hectares and falls under the 171210 pincode. Chaupal is the nearest town.
Gain 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 Gain
As per Census 2011, Gain village has a total population of 229 people, consisting of 119 males and 110 females. The village has 40 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 23 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 151 literate and 78 illiterate residents. Additionally, 101 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gain are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 229 | 119 | 110 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 10 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 101 | 55 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 151 | 86 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 78 | 33 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Gain
Gain 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 Gain
Public transport in the Gain is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Gain is about 136 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gain
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gain 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 Gain
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gain 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 Gain
Where is Gain located?
Gain village is located in Nerwa Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gain?
The Gram Panchayat of Gain is Nerwa.
What is the pincode of Gain?
The pincode of Gain is 171210.
What is the population of Gain?
Gain has a total population of 229, including 119 males and 110 females.
How many households are there in Gain?
There are 40 households in Gain.
What is the literacy rate in Gain?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gain is 65.94%. Male literacy is 72.27% and female literacy is 59.09%.