Fawla - Nerwa, Shimla
Fawla is a village situated in the Nerwa tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 156 km from Shimla. Khundneol serves as the Gram Panchayat for Fawla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Fawla is 025894. The village covers a total geographical area of 157 hectares and falls under the 171210 pincode. Chaupal is the nearest town.
Fawla 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 Fawla
As per Census 2011, Fawla village has a total population of 268 people, consisting of 144 males and 124 females. The village has 48 households and a sex ratio of 861 females per 1,000 males. There are 38 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 177 literate and 91 illiterate residents. Additionally, 23 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Fawla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 268 | 144 | 124 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 22 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 15 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 177 | 98 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 91 | 46 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Fawla
Fawla 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 Fawla
Public transport in the Fawla is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Fawla is about 156 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Fawla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Fawla 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Fawla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Fawla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Fawla
Where is Fawla located?
Fawla village is located in Nerwa Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Fawla?
The Gram Panchayat of Fawla is Khundneol.
What is the pincode of Fawla?
The pincode of Fawla is 171210.
What is the population of Fawla?
Fawla has a total population of 268, including 144 males and 124 females.
How many households are there in Fawla?
There are 48 households in Fawla.
What is the literacy rate in Fawla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Fawla is 66.04%. Male literacy is 68.06% and female literacy is 63.71%.