Gahar - Arki, Solan
Gahar is a village situated in the Arki tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Batal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gahar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gahar is 020213. The village covers a total geographical area of 54 hectares and falls under the 173208 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Gahar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gahar
As per Census 2011, Gahar village has a total population of 386 people, consisting of 188 males and 198 females. The village has 85 households and a sex ratio of 1,053 females per 1,000 males. There are 42 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 305 literate and 81 illiterate residents. Additionally, 157 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gahar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 386 | 188 | 198 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 19 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 157 | 74 | 83 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 305 | 158 | 147 |
| Illiterate Population | 81 | 30 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Gahar
Gahar 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 Gahar
Gahar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Solan to Gahar is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gahar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gahar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gahar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gahar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Gahar
Where is Gahar located?
Gahar village is located in Arki Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gahar?
The Gram Panchayat of Gahar is Batal.
What is the pincode of Gahar?
The pincode of Gahar is 173208.
What is the population of Gahar?
Gahar has a total population of 386, including 188 males and 198 females.
How many households are there in Gahar?
There are 85 households in Gahar.
What is the literacy rate in Gahar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gahar is 79.02%. Male literacy is 84.04% and female literacy is 74.24%.