Gaura - Rampur, Shimla
Gaura is a village situated in the Rampur tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Dhar-gaura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gaura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gaura is 023570. The village covers a total geographical area of 213 hectares and falls under the 172201 pincode. Rampur is the nearest town.
Gaura 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 Gaura
According to the 2011 Census, Gaura village had a total population of 667 people, including 347 males and 320 females, living in 169 households. The sex ratio was 922 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.70%, with male literacy at 83.33% and female literacy at 61.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 377.
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 | 667 | 347 | 320 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 35 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 377 | 188 | 189 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 442 | 260 | 182 |
| Illiterate Population | 225 | 87 | 138 |
Nearby Villages of Gaura
Gaura 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 Gaura
Gaura 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 Gaura is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gaura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gaura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gaura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gaura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Gaura
Where is Gaura located?
Gaura village is located in Rampur Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gaura?
The Gram Panchayat of Gaura is Dhar-gaura.
What is the pincode of Gaura?
The pincode of Gaura is 172201.
What is the population of Gaura?
Gaura had a total population of 667, including 347 males and 320 females.
How many households are there in Gaura?
Gaura had 169 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gaura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gaura was 72.70%. Male literacy was 83.33% and female literacy was 61.49%.