Shawat - Kotgarh, Shimla
Shawat is a village situated in the Kotgarh tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 86 km from Shimla. Dalan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shawat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shawat is 023895. The village covers a total geographical area of 80.62 hectares and falls under the 172030 pincode. Narkanda is the nearest town.
Shawat 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 Shawat
As per Census 2011, Shawat village has a total population of 330 people, consisting of 157 males and 173 females. The village has 87 households and a sex ratio of 1,101 females per 1,000 males. There are 23 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 297 literate and 33 illiterate residents. Additionally, 157 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shawat are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 330 | 157 | 173 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 157 | 79 | 78 |
| Literate Population | 297 | 144 | 153 |
| Illiterate Population | 33 | 13 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Shawat
Shawat 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 Shawat
Shawat 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 Shawat is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shawat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shawat 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shawat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shawat 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 Shawat
Where is Shawat located?
Shawat village is located in Kotgarh Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shawat?
The Gram Panchayat of Shawat is Dalan.
What is the pincode of Shawat?
The pincode of Shawat is 172030.
What is the population of Shawat?
Shawat has a total population of 330, including 157 males and 173 females.
How many households are there in Shawat?
There are 87 households in Shawat.
What is the literacy rate in Shawat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shawat is 90.00%. Male literacy is 91.72% and female literacy is 88.44%.