Mahawari - Kotgarh, Shimla
Mahawari is a village situated in the Kotgarh tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 92 km from Shimla. Bhutti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahawari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahawari is 023913. The village covers a total geographical area of 54.54 hectares and falls under the 172031 pincode. Narkanda is the nearest town.
Mahawari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Theog Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahawari
According to the 2011 Census, Mahawari village had a total population of 194 people, including 102 males and 92 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 902 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.94%, with male literacy at 96.84% and female literacy at 82.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4.
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 | 194 | 102 | 92 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 161 | 92 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 33 | 10 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Mahawari
Mahawari 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 Mahawari
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Mahawari.
| 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 Mahawari is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahawari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahawari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mahawari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahawari 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 Mahawari
Where is Mahawari located?
Mahawari village is located in Kotgarh Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahawari?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahawari is Bhutti.
What is the pincode of Mahawari?
The pincode of Mahawari is 172031.
What is the population of Mahawari?
Mahawari had a total population of 194, including 102 males and 92 females.
How many households are there in Mahawari?
Mahawari had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahawari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahawari was 89.94%. Male literacy was 96.84% and female literacy was 82.14%.