Gahal

Gahal is a village located in Renuka tehsil of Sirmaur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 90km away from district headquarter Sangrah. Sangrah is the sub-district headquarter of Gahal village. As per 2009 stats, Gehal is the gram panchayat of Gahal village.

Gahal has its own place in the vibrant Sirmaur 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 Gahal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gahal is 022984. The village spans a total geographical area of 596 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 173023. Nahan is nearest town to Gahal village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Gahal

Below is a concise population overview of Gahal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 962 503 459
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 177 86 91
Scheduled Castes (SC) 443 242 201
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 551 324 227
Illiterate Population 411 179 232

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gahal village:

  • The total population of Gahal village is around 962, including approximately 503 males and 459 females, with a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 177 children aged 0–6 years in Gahal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gahal village has 443 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Gahal village is about 57.28%, with male literacy at 64.41% and female literacy at 49.46%.
  • There are around 132 households in Gahal village.

Connectivity of Gahal

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gahal. As per the 2011 stats, Gahal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within village

Nearby Villages of Gahal

Knowing the nearby villages of Gahal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gahal.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Gahal

Where is Gahal located?
Gahal village is situated in Renuka Tehsil, within the Sirmaur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gahal?
The Gram Panchayat of Gahal is Gehal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gahal?
The pincode of Gahal is 173023, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gahal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gahal is 962, with 503 males and 459 females.
How many households are there in Gahal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gahal village has a total of 132 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gahal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gahal is 57.28%. The male literacy rate is 64.41%, while the female literacy rate is 49.46%.