Hawan - Ghumarwin, Bilaspur
Hawan is a village situated in the Ghumarwin tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Hawan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hawan is 019059. The village covers a total geographical area of 177 hectares and falls under the 174003 pincode. Ghumarwin is the nearest town.
Hawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bilaspur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hawan
According to the 2011 Census, Hawan village had a total population of 664 people, including 329 males and 335 females, living in 143 households. The sex ratio was 1,018 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.05%, with male literacy at 93.29% and female literacy at 76.97%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 204.
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 | 664 | 329 | 335 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 31 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 204 | 105 | 99 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 512 | 278 | 234 |
| Illiterate Population | 152 | 51 | 101 |
Nearby Villages of Hawan
Hawan 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 Hawan
Hawan 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 Bilaspur to Hawan is about 30 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 Hawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hawan 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Hawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hawan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Hawan
Where is Hawan located?
Hawan village is located in Ghumarwin Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Hawan?
Hawan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Hawan?
The pincode of Hawan is 174003.
What is the population of Hawan?
Hawan had a total population of 664, including 329 males and 335 females.
How many households are there in Hawan?
Hawan had 143 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hawan was 85.05%. Male literacy was 93.29% and female literacy was 76.97%.