Denwari - Chirgaon, Shimla
Denwari is a village situated in the Chirgaon tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Khabal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Denwari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Denwari is 026644. The village covers a total geographical area of 256.94 hectares and falls under the 171208 pincode. Rohru is the nearest town.
Denwari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shimla Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Denwari
According to the 2011 Census, Denwari village had a total population of 518 people, including 268 males and 250 females, living in 97 households. The sex ratio was 933 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.04%, with male literacy at 85.96% and female literacy at 73.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 298.
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 | 518 | 268 | 250 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 33 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 298 | 155 | 143 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 361 | 202 | 159 |
| Illiterate Population | 157 | 66 | 91 |
Nearby Villages of Denwari
Denwari 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 Denwari
Denwari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Denwari is about 144 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Denwari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Denwari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Denwari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Denwari 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 Denwari
Where is Denwari located?
Denwari village is located in Chirgaon Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Denwari?
The Gram Panchayat of Denwari is Khabal.
What is the pincode of Denwari?
The pincode of Denwari is 171208.
What is the population of Denwari?
Denwari had a total population of 518, including 268 males and 250 females.
How many households are there in Denwari?
Denwari had 97 households.
What is the literacy rate in Denwari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Denwari was 80.04%. Male literacy was 85.96% and female literacy was 73.61%.