Gahal - Haripurdhar, Sirmaur
Gahal is a village situated in the Haripurdhar tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 90 km from Nahan. Gehal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gahal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gahal is 022984. The village covers a total geographical area of 596 hectares and falls under the 173032 pincode. Nahan is the nearest town.
Gahal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri renukaji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gahal
According to the 2011 Census, Gahal village had a total population of 962 people, including 503 males and 459 females, living in 132 households. The sex ratio was 913 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.19%, with male literacy at 77.70% and female literacy at 61.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 443.
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 | 962 | 503 | 459 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 177 | 86 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 443 | 242 | 201 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 551 | 324 | 227 |
| Illiterate Population | 411 | 179 | 232 |
Nearby Villages of Gahal
Gahal 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 Gahal
Gahal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Nahan to Gahal is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gahal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gahal 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 Gahal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gahal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gahal
Where is Gahal located?
Gahal village is located in Haripurdhar Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gahal?
The Gram Panchayat of Gahal is Gehal.
What is the pincode of Gahal?
The pincode of Gahal is 173032.
What is the population of Gahal?
Gahal had a total population of 962, including 503 males and 459 females.
How many households are there in Gahal?
Gahal had 132 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gahal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gahal was 70.19%. Male literacy was 77.70% and female literacy was 61.68%.