Kholwi
Kholwi is a village located in Kumharsain tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 157km away from district headquarter Kumharsain. Kumharsain is the sub-district headquarter of Kholwi village. As per 2009 stats, Janjelli is the gram panchayat of Kholwi village.
Here you can discover what makes Kholwi unique in its vibrant Kumharsain-Shimla region. You’ll see Kholwi’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kholwi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kholwi is 023840. The village spans a total geographical area of 57.14 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 172027. Narkanda is nearest town to Kholwi village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kholwi
Population of Kholwi
According to the 2011 Census, Kholwi has a total population of about 157, with approximately 82 males and 75 females. The sex ratio is around 914 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 23 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 4 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.88%, with male literacy at about 75.61% and female literacy near 57.33%. There are around 35 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kholwi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 157 | 82 | 75 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 105 | 62 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 52 | 20 | 32 |
Connectivity of Kholwi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kholwi. As per the 2011 stats, Kholwi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kholwi
Knowing the nearby villages of Kholwi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kholwi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kholwi
- Where is Kholwi located?
- Kholwi village is situated in Kumharsain Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kholwi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kholwi is Janjelli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kholwi?
- The pincode of Kholwi is 172027, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kholwi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kholwi is 157, with 82 males and 75 females.
- How many households are there in Kholwi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kholwi village has a total of 35 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kholwi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kholwi is 66.88%. The male literacy rate is 75.61%, while the female literacy rate is 57.33%.