Gadaon - Ramshahr, Solan
Gadaon is a village situated in the Ramshahr tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Dharmana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gadaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gadaon is 020525. The village covers a total geographical area of 41.38 hectares and falls under the 174102 pincode. Nalagarh is the nearest town.
Gadaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nalagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gadaon
As per Census 2011, Gadaon village has a total population of 126 people, consisting of 64 males and 62 females. The village has 25 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 13 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 113 literate and 13 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gadaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 126 | 64 | 62 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 113 | 58 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 13 | 6 | 7 |
Nearby Villages of Gadaon
Gadaon 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 Gadaon
Gadaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Gadaon is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gadaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gadaon 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gadaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gadaon 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 Gadaon
Where is Gadaon located?
Gadaon village is located in Ramshahr Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gadaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Gadaon is Dharmana.
What is the pincode of Gadaon?
The pincode of Gadaon is 174102.
What is the population of Gadaon?
Gadaon has a total population of 126, including 64 males and 62 females.
How many households are there in Gadaon?
There are 25 households in Gadaon.
What is the literacy rate in Gadaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadaon is 89.68%. Male literacy is 90.63% and female literacy is 88.71%.