Gatehr - Darlaghat, Solan
Gatehr is a village situated in the Darlaghat tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Kyarad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gatehr village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gatehr is 020439. The village covers a total geographical area of 38.15 hectares and falls under the 173235 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Gatehr 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 Gatehr
According to the 2011 Census, Gatehr village had a total population of 178 people, including 96 males and 82 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 854 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.02%, with male literacy at 93.02% and female literacy at 71.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7.
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 | 178 | 96 | 82 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 132 | 80 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 46 | 16 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Gatehr
Gatehr 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 Gatehr
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Gatehr.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Solan to Gatehr is about 92 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 Gatehr
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gatehr 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 Gatehr
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gatehr village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gatehr
Where is Gatehr located?
Gatehr village is located in Darlaghat Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gatehr?
The Gram Panchayat of Gatehr is Kyarad.
What is the pincode of Gatehr?
The pincode of Gatehr is 173235.
What is the population of Gatehr?
Gatehr had a total population of 178, including 96 males and 82 females.
How many households are there in Gatehr?
Gatehr had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gatehr?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gatehr was 83.02%. Male literacy was 93.02% and female literacy was 71.23%.