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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Shawa village has a total population of 437 people, consisting of 223 males and 214 females. The village has 97 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 59 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 291 literate and 146 illiterate residents. Additionally, 140 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shawa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 437 | 223 | 214 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 32 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 140 | 74 | 66 |
| 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 has a total population of 437, including 223 males and 214 females.
How many households are there in Shawa?
There are 97 households in Shawa.
What is the literacy rate in Shawa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shawa is 66.59%. Male literacy is 75.34% and female literacy is 57.48%.