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.
Here you can discover what makes Shiwan unique in its vibrant Kumharsain-Shimla region. You’ll see Shiwan’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 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.
Google Map of Shiwan
Population of Shiwan
According to the 2011 Census, Shiwan has a total population of about 1,039, with approximately 534 males and 505 females. The sex ratio is around 945 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 92 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 435 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 71.80%, with male literacy at about 77.34% and female literacy near 65.94%. There are around 242 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shiwan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.