Gawana - Rohru, Shimla
Gawana is a village situated in the Rohru tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Gawana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gawana is 026489. The village covers a total geographical area of 379 hectares and falls under the 171207 pincode. Rohru is the nearest town.
Gawana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rohru Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gawana
According to the 2011 Census, Gawana village had a total population of 647 people, including 333 males and 314 females, living in 141 households. The sex ratio was 943 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.82%, with male literacy at 86.93% and female literacy at 65.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 227, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 7.
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 | 647 | 333 | 314 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 27 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 227 | 108 | 119 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 454 | 266 | 188 |
| Illiterate Population | 193 | 67 | 126 |
Nearby Villages of Gawana
Gawana 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 Gawana
Gawana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Gawana is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gawana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gawana 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 Gawana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gawana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gawana
Where is Gawana located?
Gawana village is located in Rohru Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gawana?
Gawana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gawana?
The pincode of Gawana is 171207.
What is the population of Gawana?
Gawana had a total population of 647, including 333 males and 314 females.
How many households are there in Gawana?
Gawana had 141 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gawana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gawana was 76.82%. Male literacy was 86.93% and female literacy was 65.96%.