Gehar - Mamlig, Solan
Gehar is a village situated in the Mamlig tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 36 km from Solan. Chhausha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gehar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gehar is 022342. The village covers a total geographical area of 64.81 hectares and falls under the 173222 pincode. Sabathu is the nearest town.
Gehar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Gehar
According to the 2011 Census, Gehar village had a total population of 33 people, including 17 males and 16 females, living in 9 households. The sex ratio was 941 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.50%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 73.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2.
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 | 33 | 17 | 16 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 28 | 17 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Nearby Villages of Gehar
Gehar 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 Gehar
Gehar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Gehar is about 36 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 Gehar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gehar 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 Gehar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gehar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gehar
Where is Gehar located?
Gehar village is located in Mamlig Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gehar?
The Gram Panchayat of Gehar is Chhausha.
What is the pincode of Gehar?
The pincode of Gehar is 173222.
What is the population of Gehar?
Gehar had a total population of 33, including 17 males and 16 females.
How many households are there in Gehar?
Gehar had 9 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gehar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gehar was 87.50%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 73.33%.