Gahar

Gahar is a village located in Satpuli tehsil of Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 19km away from sub-district headquarter Satpuli (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Pauri Garhwal. As per 2009 stats, Gahad is the gram panchayat of Gahar village.

Gahar has its own place in the vibrant Garhwal 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 Gahar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gahar is 047762. The village spans a total geographical area of 132.4 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 246172. Lansdowne is nearest town to Gahar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.

When it comes to local governance, Gahar 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 Chaubattakhal Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Garhwal 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 Gahar

Below is a concise population overview of Gahar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 182 77 105
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 16 13 3
Scheduled Castes (SC) 35 15 20
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 133 60 73
Illiterate Population 49 17 32

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gahar village:

  • The total population of Gahar village is around 182, including approximately 77 males and 105 females, with a sex ratio of 1363 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 16 children aged 0–6 years in Gahar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gahar village has 35 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Gahar village is about 73.08%, with male literacy at 77.92% and female literacy at 69.52%.
  • There are around 50 households in Gahar village.

Connectivity of Gahar

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Gahar

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Gahar

Where is Gahar located?
Gahar village is situated in Satpuli Tehsil, within the Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gahar?
The Gram Panchayat of Gahar is Gahad (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gahar?
The pincode of Gahar is 246172, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gahar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gahar is 182, with 77 males and 105 females.
How many households are there in Gahar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gahar village has a total of 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gahar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gahar is 73.08%. The male literacy rate is 77.92%, while the female literacy rate is 69.52%.