Mawa

Mawa is a village located in Chaurah tehsil of Chamba district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 81km away from district headquarter Bhanjraru. Bhanjraru is the sub-district headquarter of Mawa village. As per 2009 stats, Charda is the gram panchayat of Mawa village.

Mawa has its own place in the vibrant Chamba 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 Mawa

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mawa is 007077. The village spans a total geographical area of 380 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176321. Chamba is nearest town to Mawa village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Mawa 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 Churah Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kangra 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 Mawa

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 233 129 104
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 37 22 15
Scheduled Castes (SC) 102 63 39
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 43 23 20
Literate Population 95 63 32
Illiterate Population 138 66 72

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

  • The total population of Mawa village is around 233, including approximately 129 males and 104 females, with a sex ratio of 806 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 37 children aged 0–6 years in Mawa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Mawa village has 102 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 43 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Mawa village is about 40.77%, with male literacy at 48.84% and female literacy at 30.77%.
  • There are around 36 households in Mawa village.

Connectivity of Mawa

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mawa. As per the 2011 stats, Mawa 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 <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Mawa

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Mawa

Where is Mawa located?
Mawa village is situated in Chaurah Tehsil, within the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mawa?
The Gram Panchayat of Mawa is Charda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Mawa?
The pincode of Mawa is 176321, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Mawa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mawa is 233, with 129 males and 104 females.
How many households are there in Mawa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Mawa village has a total of 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mawa as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mawa is 40.77%. The male literacy rate is 48.84%, while the female literacy rate is 30.77%.