Shawan
Shawan is a village located in Thunag tehsil of Mandi district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 109km away from district headquarter Thunag. Thunag is the sub-district headquarter of Shawan village. As per 2009 stats, Gattu Srj is the gram panchayat of Shawan village.
Here you can discover what makes Shawan unique in its vibrant Thunag-Mandi region. You’ll see Shawan’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 Shawan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shawan is 015304. The village spans a total geographical area of 68 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 175054. Mandi is nearest town to Shawan village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Shawan
Population of Shawan
According to the 2011 Census, Shawan has a total population of about 247, with approximately 126 males and 121 females. The sex ratio is around 960 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 18 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.68%, with male literacy at about 88.10% and female literacy near 58.68%. There are around 52 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shawan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 247 | 126 | 121 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 182 | 111 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 65 | 15 | 50 |
Connectivity of Shawan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shawan. As per the 2011 stats, Shawan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shawan
Knowing the nearby villages of Shawan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shawan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shawan
- Where is Shawan located?
- Shawan village is situated in Thunag Tehsil, within the Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shawan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shawan is Gattu Srj (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shawan?
- The pincode of Shawan is 175054, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shawan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shawan is 247, with 126 males and 121 females.
- How many households are there in Shawan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shawan village has a total of 52 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shawan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shawan is 73.68%. The male literacy rate is 88.10%, while the female literacy rate is 58.68%.