Dhawandli - Nerwa, Shimla
Dhawandli is a village situated in the Nerwa tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 146 km from Shimla. Paudia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhawandli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhawandli is 025739. The village covers a total geographical area of 36 hectares and falls under the 171210 pincode. Chaupal is the nearest town.
Dhawandli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chopal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhawandli
As per Census 2011, Dhawandli village has a total population of 90 people, consisting of 43 males and 47 females. The village has 19 households and a sex ratio of 1,093 females per 1,000 males. There are 6 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 55 literate and 35 illiterate residents. Additionally, 40 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhawandli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 90 | 43 | 47 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 18 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 55 | 29 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 14 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Dhawandli
Dhawandli 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 Dhawandli
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Dhawandli.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Dhawandli is about 146 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhawandli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhawandli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhawandli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhawandli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhawandli
Where is Dhawandli located?
Dhawandli village is located in Nerwa Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhawandli?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhawandli is Paudia.
What is the pincode of Dhawandli?
The pincode of Dhawandli is 171210.
What is the population of Dhawandli?
Dhawandli has a total population of 90, including 43 males and 47 females.
How many households are there in Dhawandli?
There are 19 households in Dhawandli.
What is the literacy rate in Dhawandli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhawandli is 61.11%. Male literacy is 67.44% and female literacy is 55.32%.