Alawang
Alawang is a village located in Kotkhai tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 68km away from district headquarter Kotkhai. Kotkhai is the sub-district headquarter of Alawang village. As per 2009 stats, Devri Khaneti is the gram panchayat of Alawang village.
Alawang has its own place in the vibrant Shimla region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Alawang
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Alawang is 026172. The village spans a total geographical area of 226 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171204. Kotkhai is nearest town to Alawang village for all major economic activities.
As per 2019 stats, Alawang village comes under Shimla assembly & parliamentary constituency.
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Population of Alawang
Below is a concise population overview of Alawang as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 379 | 190 | 189 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 21 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 136 | 66 | 70 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 277 | 150 | 127 |
| Illiterate Population | 102 | 40 | 62 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Alawang village:
- The total population of Alawang village is around 379, including approximately 190 males and 189 females, with a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 38 children aged 0–6 years in Alawang village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Alawang village has 136 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Alawang village is about 73.09%, with male literacy at 78.95% and female literacy at 67.20%.
- There are around 91 households in Alawang village.
Connectivity of Alawang
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Alawang. As per the 2011 stats, Alawang had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Alawang
Knowing the nearby villages of Alawang helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Alawang.
Frequently Asked Questions about Alawang
- Where is Alawang located?
- Alawang village is situated in Kotkhai Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Alawang?
- The Gram Panchayat of Alawang is Devri Khaneti (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Alawang?
- The pincode of Alawang is 171204, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Alawang as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Alawang is 379, with 190 males and 189 females.
- How many households are there in Alawang as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Alawang village has a total of 91 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Alawang as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Alawang is 73.09%. The male literacy rate is 78.95%, while the female literacy rate is 67.20%.