Gag
Gag is a village located in Shimla Rural tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 24km away from Shimla, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Gag village. As per 2009 stats, Baicheri is the gram panchayat of Gag village.
Gag 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 Gag
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gag is 024443. The village spans a total geographical area of 27.54 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171011. Jutogh is nearest town to Gag village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Gag
Below is a concise population overview of Gag as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 63 | 31 | 32 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 8 | 11 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 45 | 24 | 21 |
Illiterate Population | 18 | 7 | 11 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gag village:
- The total population of Gag village is around 63, including approximately 31 males and 32 females, with a sex ratio of 1032 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 7 children aged 0–6 years in Gag village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gag village has 19 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Gag village is about 71.43%, with male literacy at 77.42% and female literacy at 65.63%.
- There are around 10 households in Gag village.
Connectivity of Gag
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gag. As per the 2011 stats, Gag had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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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 Gag
Knowing the nearby villages of Gag helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gag.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gag
- Where is Gag located?
- Gag village is situated in Shimla Rural Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gag?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gag is Baicheri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gag?
- The pincode of Gag is 171011, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gag as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gag is 63, with 31 males and 32 females.
- How many households are there in Gag as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gag village has a total of 10 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gag as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gag is 71.43%. The male literacy rate is 77.42%, while the female literacy rate is 65.63%.