Shawala - Chaupal, Shimla
Shawala is a village situated in the Chaupal tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Lingzar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shawala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shawala is 025530. The village covers a total geographical area of 26.42 hectares and falls under the 171211 pincode. Chaupal is the nearest town.
Shawala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chopal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shawala
According to the 2011 Census, Shawala village had a total population of 122 people, including 58 males and 64 females, living in 19 households. The sex ratio was 1,103 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.21%, with male literacy at 63.16% and female literacy at 59.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 45.
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 | 122 | 58 | 64 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 1 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 23 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 71 | 36 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 51 | 22 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Shawala
Shawala 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 Shawala
Shawala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Shawala is about 129 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shawala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shawala 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 Shawala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shawala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shawala
Where is Shawala located?
Shawala village is located in Chaupal Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shawala?
The Gram Panchayat of Shawala is Lingzar.
What is the pincode of Shawala?
The pincode of Shawala is 171211.
What is the population of Shawala?
Shawala had a total population of 122, including 58 males and 64 females.
How many households are there in Shawala?
Shawala had 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shawala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shawala was 61.21%. Male literacy was 63.16% and female literacy was 59.32%.