Dawahan
Dawahan is a village located in Kotli tehsil of Mandi district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 29km away from district headquarter Kotli. Kotli is the sub-district headquarter of Dawahan village. As per 2009 stats, Dawahan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dawahan unique in its vibrant Kotli-Mandi region. You’ll see Dawahan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Dawahan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dawahan is 013750. The village spans a total geographical area of 247.11 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 691800. Mandi is nearest town to Dawahan village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Dawahan
Population of Dawahan
According to the 2011 Census, Dawahan has a total population of about 885, with approximately 410 males and 475 females. The sex ratio is around 1158 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 115 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 241 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.09%, with male literacy at about 77.80% and female literacy near 67.16%. There are around 197 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dawahan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 885 | 410 | 475 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 70 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 241 | 115 | 126 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 638 | 319 | 319 |
| Illiterate Population | 247 | 91 | 156 |
Connectivity of Dawahan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dawahan. As per the 2011 stats, Dawahan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Dawahan
Knowing the nearby villages of Dawahan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dawahan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dawahan
- Where is Dawahan located?
- Dawahan village is situated in Kotli Tehsil, within the Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dawahan?
- Dawahan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Dawahan?
- The pincode of Dawahan is 691800, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dawahan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dawahan is 885, with 410 males and 475 females.
- How many households are there in Dawahan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dawahan village has a total of 197 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dawahan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dawahan is 72.09%. The male literacy rate is 77.80%, while the female literacy rate is 67.16%.