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
As per Census 2011, Mahawari village has a total population of 194 people, consisting of 102 males and 92 females. The village has 43 households and a sex ratio of 901 females per 1,000 males. There are 15 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 161 literate and 33 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mahawari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 194 | 102 | 92 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| 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 has a total population of 194, including 102 males and 92 females.
How many households are there in Mahawari?
There are 43 households in Mahawari.
What is the literacy rate in Mahawari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahawari is 82.99%. Male literacy is 90.20% and female literacy is 75.00%.