Andwas
About Andwas
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Andwas village is 007186. Andwas village is located in Saluni tehsil of Chamba district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 83km away from district headquarter Saluni. Saluni is the sub-district headquarter of Andwas village. As per 2009 stats, Khadjauta is the gram panchayat of Andwas village.
The total geographical area of village is 143 hectares. Andwas has a total population of 350 peoples, out of which male population is 171 while female population is 179. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1046 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of andwas village is 51.43% out of which 64.91% males and 38.55% females are literate. There are about 63 houses in andwas village. Pincode of andwas village locality is 176321.
When it comes to administration, Andwas village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Andwas village comes under Dalhousie Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Chamba is nearest town to andwas village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 74km away.
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Population of Andwas
The population details of Andwas cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 350 | 171 | 179 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 59 | 20 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 240 | 119 | 121 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 180 | 111 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 170 | 60 | 110 |
Connectivity of Andwas
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Andwas
Where is Andwas located?
Andwas village is situated in Saluni Tehsil, within the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Andwas?
The Gram Panchayat of Andwas is Khadjauta (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Andwas?
The pincode of Andwas is 176321, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Andwas as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Andwas is 350, with 171 males and 179 females.
How many households are there in Andwas as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Andwas village has a total of 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Andwas as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Andwas is 51.43%. The male literacy rate is 64.91%, while the female literacy rate is 38.55%.