Gagret
Gagret is a village located in Amb tehsil of Una district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 40km away from district headquarter Amb. Amb is the sub-district headquarter of Gagret village. As per 2009 stats, Gagret Upper is the gram panchayat of Gagret village.
Gagret has its own place in the vibrant Una region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Gagret
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gagret is 018171. The village spans a total geographical area of 93 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 177201. Gagret is nearest town to Gagret village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Gagret 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 Gagret Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gagret
Population of Gagret
Below is a concise population overview of Gagret as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,245 | 640 | 605 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 55 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 718 | 367 | 351 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,059 | 567 | 492 |
| Illiterate Population | 186 | 73 | 113 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gagret village:
- The total population of Gagret village is around 1,245, including approximately 640 males and 605 females, with a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 118 children aged 0–6 years in Gagret village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gagret village has 718 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Gagret village is about 85.06%, with male literacy at 88.59% and female literacy at 81.32%.
- There are around 280 households in Gagret village.
Connectivity of Gagret
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gagret. As per the 2011 stats, Gagret 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 Gagret
Knowing the nearby villages of Gagret helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gagret.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gagret
- Where is Gagret located?
- Gagret village is situated in Amb Tehsil, within the Una district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gagret?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gagret is Gagret Upper (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gagret?
- The pincode of Gagret is 177201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gagret as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gagret is 1,245, with 640 males and 605 females.
- How many households are there in Gagret as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gagret village has a total of 280 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gagret as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gagret is 85.06%. The male literacy rate is 88.59%, while the female literacy rate is 81.32%.