Shawar

Shawar is a village located in Multhan tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 126km away from district headquarter Multhan. Multhan is the sub-district headquarter of Shawar village. As per 2009 stats, Sawad is the gram panchayat of Shawar village.

Shawar has its own place in the vibrant Kangra 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 Shawar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shawar is 012125. The village spans a total geographical area of 252.15 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176122. Jogindarnagar is nearest town to Shawar village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Shawar

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 234 115 119
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 23 11 12
Scheduled Castes (SC) 21 7 14
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 139 85 54
Illiterate Population 95 30 65

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

  • The total population of Shawar village is around 234, including approximately 115 males and 119 females, with a sex ratio of 1034 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 23 children aged 0–6 years in Shawar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shawar village has 21 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Shawar village is about 59.40%, with male literacy at 73.91% and female literacy at 45.38%.
  • There are around 52 households in Shawar village.

Connectivity of Shawar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shawar. As per the 2011 stats, Shawar 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 Shawar

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Shawar

Where is Shawar located?
Shawar village is situated in Multhan Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shawar?
The Gram Panchayat of Shawar is Sawad (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Shawar?
The pincode of Shawar is 176122, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shawar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shawar is 234, with 115 males and 119 females.
How many households are there in Shawar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shawar village has a total of 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shawar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shawar is 59.40%. The male literacy rate is 73.91%, while the female literacy rate is 45.38%.