Ganewag - Kumarsain, Shimla
Ganewag is a village situated in the Kumarsain tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 114 km from Shimla. Shiwan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ganewag village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganewag is 023819. The village covers a total geographical area of 43.4 hectares and falls under the 172029 pincode. Narkanda is the nearest town.
Ganewag 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 Ganewag
As per Census 2011, Ganewag village has a total population of 107 people, consisting of 43 males and 64 females. The village has 22 households and a sex ratio of 1,488 females per 1,000 males. There are 14 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 72 literate and 35 illiterate residents. Additionally, 70 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ganewag are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 107 | 43 | 64 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 5 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 70 | 28 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 72 | 35 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 8 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Ganewag
Ganewag 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 Ganewag
Ganewag 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 Ganewag is about 114 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ganewag
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ganewag village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Ganewag
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ganewag village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ganewag
Where is Ganewag located?
Ganewag village is located in Kumarsain Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ganewag?
The Gram Panchayat of Ganewag is Shiwan.
What is the pincode of Ganewag?
The pincode of Ganewag is 172029.
What is the population of Ganewag?
Ganewag has a total population of 107, including 43 males and 64 females.
How many households are there in Ganewag?
There are 22 households in Ganewag.
What is the literacy rate in Ganewag?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganewag is 67.29%. Male literacy is 81.40% and female literacy is 57.81%.