Gadol - Rajgarh, Sirmaur
Gadol is a village situated in the Rajgarh tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Nehar Pab serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gadol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gadol is 022626. The village covers a total geographical area of 544 hectares and falls under the 173101 pincode. Rajgarh is the nearest town.
Gadol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pachhad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gadol
According to the 2011 Census, Gadol village had a total population of 371 people, including 200 males and 171 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 855 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.00%, with male literacy at 94.15% and female literacy at 85.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 219.
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 | 371 | 200 | 171 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 29 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 219 | 114 | 105 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 288 | 161 | 127 |
| Illiterate Population | 83 | 39 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Gadol
Gadol 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 Gadol
Gadol 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Nahan to Gadol is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gadol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gadol 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gadol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gadol 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gadol
Where is Gadol located?
Gadol village is located in Rajgarh Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gadol?
The Gram Panchayat of Gadol is Nehar Pab.
What is the pincode of Gadol?
The pincode of Gadol is 173101.
What is the population of Gadol?
Gadol had a total population of 371, including 200 males and 171 females.
How many households are there in Gadol?
Gadol had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gadol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadol was 90.00%. Male literacy was 94.15% and female literacy was 85.23%.