Sholwi
About Sholwi
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Sholwi village is 026236. Sholwi village is located in Kotkhai tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 75km away from district headquarter Kotkhai. Kotkhai is the sub-district headquarter of Sholwi village. As per 2009 stats, Bagahar is the gram panchayat of Sholwi village.
The total geographical area of village is 6 hectares. Sholwi has a total population of 51 peoples, out of which male population is 28 while female population is 23. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 821 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of sholwi village is 74.51% out of which 82.14% males and 65.22% females are literate. There are about 12 houses in sholwi village. Pincode of sholwi village locality is 171204.
When it comes to administration, Sholwi village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Sholwi village comes under Jubbal-Kotkhai Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Kotkhai is nearest town to sholwi village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Sholwi
The population details of Sholwi 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 | 51 | 28 | 23 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 38 | 23 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 13 | 5 | 8 |
Connectivity of Sholwi
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sholwi
Where is Sholwi located?
Sholwi village is situated in Kotkhai Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sholwi?
The Gram Panchayat of Sholwi is Bagahar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Sholwi?
The pincode of Sholwi is 171204, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sholwi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sholwi is 51, with 28 males and 23 females.
How many households are there in Sholwi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sholwi village has a total of 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sholwi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sholwi is 74.51%. The male literacy rate is 82.14%, while the female literacy rate is 65.22%.