Alawang
About Alawang
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Alawang village is 026172. Alawang village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 226 hectares. Alawang has a total population of 379 peoples, out of which male population is 190 while female population is 189. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 994 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of alawang village is 73.09% out of which 78.95% males and 67.20% females are literate. There are about 91 houses in alawang village. Pincode of alawang village locality is 171204.
As per 2019 stats, Alawang village comes under Shimla assembly & parliamentary constituency. Kotkhai is nearest town to alawang village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Alawang
The population details of Alawang cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 379 | 190 | 189 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 38 | 21 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 136 | 66 | 70 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 277 | 150 | 127 |
| Illiterate Population | 102 | 40 | 62 |
Connectivity of Alawang
| 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 |
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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%.