Ganol - Kasauli, Solan
Ganol is a village situated in the Kasauli tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Ganol village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganol is 021516. The village covers a total geographical area of 68.82 hectares and falls under the 173233 pincode. Kasauli is the nearest town.
Ganol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kasauli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ganol
According to the 2011 Census, Ganol village had a total population of 155 people, including 78 males and 77 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 987 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.49%, with male literacy at 95.45% and female literacy at 82.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 21.
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 | 155 | 78 | 77 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 12 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 10 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 123 | 63 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 32 | 15 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Ganol
Ganol 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 Ganol
Public transport in the Ganol is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Ganol is about 30 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 Ganol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ganol 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 Ganol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ganol village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ganol
Where is Ganol located?
Ganol village is located in Kasauli Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ganol?
Ganol is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ganol?
The pincode of Ganol is 173233.
What is the population of Ganol?
Ganol had a total population of 155, including 78 males and 77 females.
How many households are there in Ganol?
Ganol had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ganol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganol was 88.49%. Male literacy was 95.45% and female literacy was 82.19%.