Dawala

Dawala is a village located in Kumharsain tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 65km away from district headquarter Kumharsain. Kumharsain is the sub-district headquarter of Dawala village. As per 2009 stats, Jadoon Bp is the gram panchayat of Dawala village.

Dawala 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 Dawala

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dawala is 023979. The village spans a total geographical area of 36.07 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171213. Narkanda is nearest town to Dawala village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Dawala

Below is a concise population overview of Dawala as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 71 31 40
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 5 3 2
Scheduled Castes (SC) 8 4 4
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 50 23 27
Illiterate Population 21 8 13

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dawala village:

  • The total population of Dawala village is around 71, including approximately 31 males and 40 females, with a sex ratio of 1290 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 5 children aged 0–6 years in Dawala village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dawala village has 8 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Dawala village is about 70.42%, with male literacy at 74.19% and female literacy at 67.50%.
  • There are around 14 households in Dawala village.

Connectivity of Dawala

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dawala. As per the 2011 stats, Dawala had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Dawala

Knowing the nearby villages of Dawala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dawala.

Daro Dharuri Jangal Hatu Dakoon Reog Jangal Dawala Jadoon Batara Jimu Damaur Deoridhar

Frequently Asked Questions about Dawala

Where is Dawala located?
Dawala village is situated in Kumharsain Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dawala?
The Gram Panchayat of Dawala is Jadoon Bp (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dawala?
The pincode of Dawala is 171213, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dawala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dawala is 71, with 31 males and 40 females.
How many households are there in Dawala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dawala village has a total of 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dawala as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dawala is 70.42%. The male literacy rate is 74.19%, while the female literacy rate is 67.50%.