Shawli - Dhami, Shimla
Shawli is a village situated in the Dhami tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 36 km from Shimla. Chalahal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shawli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shawli is 024029. The village covers a total geographical area of 129 hectares and falls under the 171103 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Shawli 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 Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shawli
According to the 2011 Census, Shawli village had a total population of 256 people, including 126 males and 130 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 1,032 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.84%, with male literacy at 94.50% and female literacy at 77.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 57.
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 | 256 | 126 | 130 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 17 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 29 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 194 | 103 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 62 | 23 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Shawli
Shawli 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 Shawli
Shawli 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 Shawli is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shawli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shawli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shawli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shawli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shawli
Where is Shawli located?
Shawli village is located in Dhami Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shawli?
The Gram Panchayat of Shawli is Chalahal.
What is the pincode of Shawli?
The pincode of Shawli is 171103.
What is the population of Shawli?
Shawli had a total population of 256, including 126 males and 130 females.
How many households are there in Shawli?
Shawli had 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shawli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shawli was 85.84%. Male literacy was 94.50% and female literacy was 77.78%.