Gaso - Rampur, Shimla
Gaso is a village situated in the Rampur tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Jhakhri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gaso village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gaso is 023550. The village covers a total geographical area of 84.13 hectares and falls under the 172201 pincode. Rampur is the nearest town.
Gaso village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gaso
According to the 2011 Census, Gaso village had a total population of 536 people, including 278 males and 258 females, living in 126 households. The sex ratio was 928 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.24%, with male literacy at 84.65% and female literacy at 63.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 349, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 19.
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 | 536 | 278 | 258 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 50 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 349 | 179 | 170 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 340 | 193 | 147 |
| Illiterate Population | 196 | 85 | 111 |
Nearby Villages of Gaso
Gaso 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 Gaso
Gaso is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Gaso is about 145 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gaso
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gaso village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gaso
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gaso village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gaso
Where is Gaso located?
Gaso village is located in Rampur Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gaso?
The Gram Panchayat of Gaso is Jhakhri.
What is the pincode of Gaso?
The pincode of Gaso is 172201.
What is the population of Gaso?
Gaso had a total population of 536, including 278 males and 258 females.
How many households are there in Gaso?
Gaso had 126 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gaso?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gaso was 74.24%. Male literacy was 84.65% and female literacy was 63.91%.