Gara - Kandaghat, Solan
Gara is a village situated in the Kandaghat tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Podhna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gara is 022350. The village covers a total geographical area of 33.52 hectares and falls under the 173215 pincode. Sabathu is the nearest town.
Gara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Solan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gara
According to the 2011 Census, Gara village had a total population of 53 people, including 26 males and 27 females, living in 8 households. The sex ratio was 1,038 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.36%, with male literacy at 95.65% and female literacy at 83.33%.
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 | 53 | 26 | 27 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 42 | 22 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 11 | 4 | 7 |
Nearby Villages of Gara
Gara 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 Gara
Gara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Gara is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gara 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Gara
Where is Gara located?
Gara village is located in Kandaghat Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gara?
The Gram Panchayat of Gara is Podhna.
What is the pincode of Gara?
The pincode of Gara is 173215.
What is the population of Gara?
Gara had a total population of 53, including 26 males and 27 females.
How many households are there in Gara?
Gara had 8 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gara was 89.36%. Male literacy was 95.65% and female literacy was 83.33%.