Ganwi - Rampur, Shimla
Ganwi is a village situated in the Rampur tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Ganvi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ganwi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganwi is 023525. The village covers a total geographical area of 766 hectares and falls under the 172001 pincode. Rampur is the nearest town.
Ganwi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ganwi
According to the 2011 Census, Ganwi village had a total population of 954 people, including 509 males and 445 females, living in 264 households. The sex ratio was 874 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.16%, with male literacy at 85.18% and female literacy at 72.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 416, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 12.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 954 | 509 | 445 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 57 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 416 | 211 | 205 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 1 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 676 | 385 | 291 |
| Illiterate Population | 278 | 124 | 154 |
Nearby Villages of Ganwi
Ganwi 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 Ganwi
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Ganwi is about 165 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Ganwi
Where is Ganwi located?
Ganwi village is located in Rampur Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ganwi?
The Gram Panchayat of Ganwi is Ganvi.
What is the pincode of Ganwi?
The pincode of Ganwi is 172001.
What is the population of Ganwi?
Ganwi had a total population of 954, including 509 males and 445 females.
How many households are there in Ganwi?
Ganwi had 264 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ganwi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganwi was 79.16%. Male literacy was 85.18% and female literacy was 72.39%.