Shiwan

Shiwan is a village located in Kumharsain tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 112km away from district headquarter Kumharsain. Kumharsain is the sub-district headquarter of Shiwan village. As per 2009 stats, Shallota is the gram panchayat of Shiwan village.

Shiwan 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 Shiwan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shiwan is 023831. The village spans a total geographical area of 259.2 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 172027. Narkanda is nearest town to Shiwan village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Shiwan

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,039 534 505
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 92 46 46
Scheduled Castes (SC) 435 231 204
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 746 413 333
Illiterate Population 293 121 172

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

  • The total population of Shiwan village is around 1,039, including approximately 534 males and 505 females, with a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 92 children aged 0–6 years in Shiwan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shiwan village has 435 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Shiwan village is about 71.80%, with male literacy at 77.34% and female literacy at 65.94%.
  • There are around 242 households in Shiwan village.

Connectivity of Shiwan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shiwan. As per the 2011 stats, Shiwan 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 village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Shiwan

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Shiwan

Where is Shiwan located?
Shiwan village is situated in Kumharsain Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shiwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Shiwan is Shallota (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Shiwan?
The pincode of Shiwan is 172027, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shiwan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shiwan is 1,039, with 534 males and 505 females.
How many households are there in Shiwan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shiwan village has a total of 242 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shiwan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shiwan is 71.80%. The male literacy rate is 77.34%, while the female literacy rate is 65.94%.