Gaunt
About Gaunt
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Gaunt village is 023104. Gaunt village is located in Nahan tehsil of Sirmaur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 23km away from Nahan, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Gaunt village. As per 2009 stats, Banethi is the gram panchayat of Gaunt village.
The total geographical area of village is 121 hectares. Gaunt has a total population of 137 peoples, out of which male population is 70 while female population is 67. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 957 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of gaunt village is 70.80% out of which 74.29% males and 67.16% females are literate. There are about 26 houses in gaunt village. Pincode of gaunt village locality is 173001.
When it comes to administration, Gaunt village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Gaunt village comes under Nahan Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Nahan is nearest town to gaunt village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Gaunt
The population details of Gaunt cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 137 | 70 | 67 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 27 | 14 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 21 | 9 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 97 | 52 | 45 |
| Illiterate Population | 40 | 18 | 22 |
Connectivity of Gaunt
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gaunt
Where is Gaunt located?
Gaunt village is situated in Nahan Tehsil, within the Sirmaur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gaunt?
The Gram Panchayat of Gaunt is Banethi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gaunt?
The pincode of Gaunt is 173001, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gaunt as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gaunt is 137, with 70 males and 67 females.
How many households are there in Gaunt as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gaunt village has a total of 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gaunt as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gaunt is 70.80%. The male literacy rate is 74.29%, while the female literacy rate is 67.16%.