Shawa - Bagachnogi, Mandi
Shawa is a village situated in the Bagachnogi tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 95 km from Mandi. Bhatkidhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shawa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shawa is 015054. The village covers a total geographical area of 271 hectares and falls under the 175035 pincode. Mandi is the nearest town.
Shawa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Seraj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shawa
According to the 2011 Census, Shawa village had a total population of 437 people, including 223 males and 214 females, living in 97 households. The sex ratio was 960 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.98%, with male literacy at 87.96% and female literacy at 65.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 140.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 437 | 223 | 214 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 32 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 140 | 74 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 291 | 168 | 123 |
| Illiterate Population | 146 | 55 | 91 |
Nearby Villages of Shawa
Shawa 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 Shawa
Shawa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Shawa is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shawa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shawa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shawa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shawa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shawa
Where is Shawa located?
Shawa village is located in Bagachnogi Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shawa?
The Gram Panchayat of Shawa is Bhatkidhar.
What is the pincode of Shawa?
The pincode of Shawa is 175035.
What is the population of Shawa?
Shawa had a total population of 437, including 223 males and 214 females.
How many households are there in Shawa?
Shawa had 97 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shawa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shawa was 76.98%. Male literacy was 87.96% and female literacy was 65.78%.