Gatool - Solan
Gatool is a village situated in the Solan tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Mashiwar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gatool village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gatool is 022161. The village covers a total geographical area of 15.62 hectares and falls under the 173212 pincode. Solan is the nearest town.
Gatool village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan 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 Gatool
According to the 2011 Census, Gatool village had a total population of 11 people, including 6 males and 5 females, living in 2 households. The sex ratio was 833 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.00%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 80.00%.
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 | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 2 | 1 | 1 |
Nearby Villages of Gatool
Gatool 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 Gatool
Gatool 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 Gatool is about 14 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gatool
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gatool village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gatool
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gatool village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gatool
Where is Gatool located?
Gatool village is located in Solan Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gatool?
The Gram Panchayat of Gatool is Mashiwar.
What is the pincode of Gatool?
The pincode of Gatool is 173212.
What is the population of Gatool?
Gatool had a total population of 11, including 6 males and 5 females.
How many households are there in Gatool?
Gatool had 2 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gatool?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gatool was 90.00%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 80.00%.