Gehlu

Gehlu is a village located in Ramshahr tehsil of Solan district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 85km away from district headquarter Ramshahr. Ramshahr is the sub-district headquarter of Gehlu village. As per 2009 stats, Baheri is the gram panchayat of Gehlu village.

Here you can discover what makes Gehlu unique in its vibrant Ramshahr-Solan region. You’ll see Gehlu’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Gehlu

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gehlu is 020622. The village spans a total geographical area of 80.08 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 174102. Nalagarh is nearest town to Gehlu village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Gehlu village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Nalagarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Gehlu

According to the 2011 Census, Gehlu has a total population of about 106, with approximately 49 males and 57 females. The sex ratio is around 1163 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 20 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 12 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.38%, with male literacy at about 69.39% and female literacy near 52.63%. There are around 18 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gehlu's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 106 49 57
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 20 9 11
Scheduled Castes (SC) 12 7 5
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 64 34 30
Illiterate Population 42 15 27

Connectivity of Gehlu

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gehlu. As per the 2011 stats, Gehlu had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Gehlu

Knowing the nearby villages of Gehlu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gehlu.

Frequently Asked Questions about Gehlu

Where is Gehlu located?
Gehlu village is situated in Ramshahr Tehsil, within the Solan district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gehlu?
The Gram Panchayat of Gehlu is Baheri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gehlu?
The pincode of Gehlu is 174102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gehlu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gehlu is 106, with 49 males and 57 females.
How many households are there in Gehlu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gehlu village has a total of 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gehlu as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gehlu is 60.38%. The male literacy rate is 69.39%, while the female literacy rate is 52.63%.