Kwas - Pangi, Chamba
Kwas is a village situated in the Pangi tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. Karel serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kwas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kwas is 006689. The village covers a total geographical area of 231.26 hectares and falls under the 176323 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Kwas 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 Kwas
As per Census 2011, Kwas village has a total population of 516 people, consisting of 255 males and 261 females. The village has 108 households and a sex ratio of 1,023 females per 1,000 males. There are 64 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 326 literate and 190 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 496 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kwas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 516 | 255 | 261 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 30 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 496 | 244 | 252 |
| Literate Population | 326 | 192 | 134 |
| Illiterate Population | 190 | 63 | 127 |
Nearby Villages of Kwas
Kwas 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 Kwas
Kwas is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Kwas is about 170 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kwas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kwas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kwas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kwas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kwas
Where is Kwas located?
Kwas village is located in Pangi Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kwas?
The Gram Panchayat of Kwas is Karel.
What is the pincode of Kwas?
The pincode of Kwas is 176323.
What is the population of Kwas?
Kwas has a total population of 516, including 255 males and 261 females.
How many households are there in Kwas?
There are 108 households in Kwas.
What is the literacy rate in Kwas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kwas is 63.18%. Male literacy is 75.29% and female literacy is 51.34%.