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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Gaso village has a total population of 536 people, consisting of 278 males and 258 females. The village has 126 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 78 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 340 literate and 196 illiterate residents. Additionally, 349 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 19 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gaso are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 536, including 278 males and 258 females.
How many households are there in Gaso?
There are 126 households in Gaso.
What is the literacy rate in Gaso?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gaso is 63.43%. Male literacy is 69.42% and female literacy is 56.98%.