Kawala - Kumarsain, Shimla
Kawala is a village situated in the Kumarsain tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 105 km from Shimla. Bhareri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kawala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kawala is 023855. The village covers a total geographical area of 40 hectares and falls under the 172029 pincode. Narkanda is the nearest town.
Kawala 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 Kawala
According to the 2011 Census, Kawala village had a total population of 186 people, including 90 males and 96 females, living in 39 households. The sex ratio was 1,067 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.82%, with male literacy at 89.61% and female literacy at 76.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 80.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 186 | 90 | 96 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 80 | 39 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 135 | 69 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 51 | 21 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Kawala
Kawala 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 Kawala
Kawala 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 | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Kawala is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kawala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kawala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kawala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kawala 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 Kawala
Where is Kawala located?
Kawala village is located in Kumarsain Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kawala?
The Gram Panchayat of Kawala is Bhareri.
What is the pincode of Kawala?
The pincode of Kawala is 172029.
What is the population of Kawala?
Kawala had a total population of 186, including 90 males and 96 females.
How many households are there in Kawala?
Kawala had 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kawala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kawala was 82.82%. Male literacy was 89.61% and female literacy was 76.74%.