Dharwas - Pangi, Chamba
Dharwas is a village situated in the Pangi tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. Dharwas village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharwas is 006675. The village covers a total geographical area of 207.49 hectares and falls under the 176323 pincode. Manali is the nearest town.
Dharwas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bharmour Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dharwas
As per Census 2011, Dharwas village has a total population of 718 people, consisting of 351 males and 367 females. The village has 129 households and a sex ratio of 1,045 females per 1,000 males. There are 85 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 457 literate and 261 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 686 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dharwas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 718 | 351 | 367 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 40 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 686 | 333 | 353 |
| Literate Population | 457 | 257 | 200 |
| Illiterate Population | 261 | 94 | 167 |
Nearby Villages of Dharwas
Dharwas 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 Dharwas
Dharwas 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chamba to Dharwas is about 180 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dharwas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dharwas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dharwas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dharwas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Dharwas
Where is Dharwas located?
Dharwas village is located in Pangi Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dharwas?
Dharwas is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dharwas?
The pincode of Dharwas is 176323.
What is the population of Dharwas?
Dharwas has a total population of 718, including 351 males and 367 females.
How many households are there in Dharwas?
There are 129 households in Dharwas.
What is the literacy rate in Dharwas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharwas is 63.65%. Male literacy is 73.22% and female literacy is 54.50%.