Gawai
About Gawai
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Gawai village is 025685. Gawai village is located in Cheta tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 194km away from district headquarter Kupvi. Kupvi is the sub-district headquarter of Gawai village. As per 2009 stats, Babat Bp is the gram panchayat of Gawai village.
The total geographical area of village is 563.49 hectares. Gawai has a total population of 191 peoples, out of which male population is 107 while female population is 84. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 785 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of gawai village is 40.31% out of which 42.06% males and 38.10% females are literate. There are about 28 houses in gawai village. Pincode of gawai village locality is 171217.
When it comes to administration, Gawai 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, Gawai village comes under Chopal Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Chaupal is nearest town to gawai village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Gawai
The population details of Gawai 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 | 191 | 107 | 84 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 26 | 17 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 67 | 42 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 77 | 45 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 114 | 62 | 52 |
Connectivity of Gawai
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gawai
Where is Gawai located?
Gawai village is situated in Cheta Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gawai?
The Gram Panchayat of Gawai is Babat Bp (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gawai?
The pincode of Gawai is 171217, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gawai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gawai is 191, with 107 males and 84 females.
How many households are there in Gawai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gawai village has a total of 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gawai as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gawai is 40.31%. The male literacy rate is 42.06%, while the female literacy rate is 38.10%.