Gawalan
About Gawalan
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Gawalan village is 013081. Gawalan village is located in Padhar tehsil of Mandi district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 50km away from district headquarter Padhar. Padhar is the sub-district headquarter of Gawalan village. As per 2009 stats, Jilhan Drg is the gram panchayat of Gawalan village.
The total geographical area of village is 167.18 hectares. Gawalan has a total population of 218 peoples, out of which male population is 109 while female population is 109. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1000 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of gawalan village is 66.51% out of which 75.23% males and 57.80% females are literate. There are about 40 houses in gawalan village. Pincode of gawalan village locality is 176120.
When it comes to administration, Gawalan 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, Gawalan village comes under Darang Vidhan Sabha constituency & Mandi Lok Sabha constituency. Jogindarnagar is nearest town to gawalan village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Gawalan
The population details of Gawalan 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 | 218 | 109 | 109 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 42 | 19 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 73 | 33 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 145 | 82 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 73 | 27 | 46 |
Connectivity of Gawalan
| 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 Gawalan
Where is Gawalan located?
Gawalan village is situated in Padhar Tehsil, within the Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gawalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Gawalan is Jilhan Drg (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gawalan?
The pincode of Gawalan is 176120, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gawalan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gawalan is 218, with 109 males and 109 females.
How many households are there in Gawalan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gawalan village has a total of 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gawalan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gawalan is 66.51%. The male literacy rate is 75.23%, while the female literacy rate is 57.80%.