Gamjhoon - Solan
Gamjhoon is a village situated in the Solan tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Jadli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gamjhoon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gamjhoon is 021798. The village covers a total geographical area of 54.88 hectares and falls under the 173212 pincode. Sabathu is the nearest town.
Gamjhoon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan 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 Gamjhoon
According to the 2011 Census, Gamjhoon village had a total population of 181 people, including 91 males and 90 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 989 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.74%, with male literacy at 95.24% and female literacy at 85.90%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 84, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 11.
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 | 181 | 91 | 90 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 7 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 84 | 38 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 147 | 80 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 34 | 11 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Gamjhoon
Gamjhoon 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 Gamjhoon
Gamjhoon 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 Gamjhoon is about 32 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 Gamjhoon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gamjhoon 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gamjhoon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gamjhoon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gamjhoon
Where is Gamjhoon located?
Gamjhoon village is located in Solan Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gamjhoon?
The Gram Panchayat of Gamjhoon is Jadli.
What is the pincode of Gamjhoon?
The pincode of Gamjhoon is 173212.
What is the population of Gamjhoon?
Gamjhoon had a total population of 181, including 91 males and 90 females.
How many households are there in Gamjhoon?
Gamjhoon had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gamjhoon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gamjhoon was 90.74%. Male literacy was 95.24% and female literacy was 85.90%.