Gawas145) - Jangla, Shimla
Gawas145) is a village situated in the Jangla tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 130 km from Shimla. Gawas serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gawas145) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gawas145) is 026608. The village covers a total geographical area of 343 hectares and falls under the 171214 pincode. Rohru is the nearest town.
Gawas145) 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 Gawas145)
As per Census 2011, Gawas145) village has a total population of 613 people, consisting of 321 males and 292 females. The village has 121 households and a sex ratio of 909 females per 1,000 males. There are 86 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 347 literate and 266 illiterate residents. Additionally, 293 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gawas145) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 613 | 321 | 292 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 53 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 293 | 149 | 144 |
| Literate Population | 347 | 191 | 156 |
| Illiterate Population | 266 | 130 | 136 |
Nearby Villages of Gawas145)
Gawas145) 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 Gawas145)
Gawas145) 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 Gawas145) is about 130 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 Gawas145)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gawas145) 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 Gawas145)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gawas145) 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gawas145)
Where is Gawas145) located?
Gawas145) village is located in Jangla Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gawas145)?
The Gram Panchayat of Gawas145) is Gawas.
What is the pincode of Gawas145)?
The pincode of Gawas145) is 171214.
What is the population of Gawas145)?
Gawas145) has a total population of 613, including 321 males and 292 females.
How many households are there in Gawas145)?
There are 121 households in Gawas145).
What is the literacy rate in Gawas145)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gawas145) is 56.61%. Male literacy is 59.50% and female literacy is 53.42%.