Gehlu - Ramshahr, Solan
Gehlu is a village situated in the Ramshahr tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Baheri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gehlu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gehlu is 020622. The village covers a total geographical area of 80.08 hectares and falls under the 174102 pincode. Nalagarh is the nearest town.
Gehlu 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 Gehlu
According to the 2011 Census, Gehlu village had a total population of 106 people, including 49 males and 57 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 1,163 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.42%, with male literacy at 85.00% and female literacy at 65.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 12.
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 | 106 | 49 | 57 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 64 | 34 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 42 | 15 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Gehlu
Gehlu 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 Gehlu
Gehlu 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 Gehlu is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gehlu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gehlu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gehlu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gehlu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gehlu
Where is Gehlu located?
Gehlu village is located in Ramshahr Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gehlu?
The Gram Panchayat of Gehlu is Baheri.
What is the pincode of Gehlu?
The pincode of Gehlu is 174102.
What is the population of Gehlu?
Gehlu had a total population of 106, including 49 males and 57 females.
How many households are there in Gehlu?
Gehlu had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gehlu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gehlu was 74.42%. Male literacy was 85.00% and female literacy was 65.22%.