Chanawag - Dhami, Shimla
Chanawag is a village situated in the Dhami tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 55 km from Shimla. Chanawag village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chanawag is 024008. The village covers a total geographical area of 140 hectares and falls under the 171103 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Chanawag village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shimla Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chanawag
According to the 2011 Census, Chanawag village had a total population of 304 people, including 155 males and 149 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 961 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.96%, with male literacy at 96.48% and female literacy at 76.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 200.
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 | 304 | 155 | 149 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 13 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 200 | 104 | 96 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 240 | 137 | 103 |
| Illiterate Population | 64 | 18 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Chanawag
Chanawag 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 Chanawag
Chanawag 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Chanawag is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chanawag
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chanawag village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chanawag
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chanawag village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chanawag
Where is Chanawag located?
Chanawag village is located in Dhami Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chanawag?
Chanawag is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chanawag?
The pincode of Chanawag is 171103.
What is the population of Chanawag?
Chanawag had a total population of 304, including 155 males and 149 females.
How many households are there in Chanawag?
Chanawag had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chanawag?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chanawag was 86.96%. Male literacy was 96.48% and female literacy was 76.87%.