Shalawat - Rohru, Shimla
Shalawat is a village situated in the Rohru tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Summerkot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shalawat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shalawat is 026413. The village covers a total geographical area of 71.95 hectares and falls under the 171207 pincode. Rohru is the nearest town.
Shalawat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Shalawat
As per Census 2011, Shalawat village has a total population of 388 people, consisting of 183 males and 205 females. The village has 90 households and a sex ratio of 1,120 females per 1,000 males. There are 24 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 292 literate and 96 illiterate residents. Additionally, 109 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shalawat are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 388 | 183 | 205 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 10 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 109 | 55 | 54 |
| Literate Population | 292 | 163 | 129 |
| Illiterate Population | 96 | 20 | 76 |
Nearby Villages of Shalawat
Shalawat 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 Shalawat
Public transport in the Shalawat is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Shalawat 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 Shalawat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shalawat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shalawat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shalawat 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shalawat
Where is Shalawat located?
Shalawat village is located in Rohru Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shalawat?
The Gram Panchayat of Shalawat is Summerkot.
What is the pincode of Shalawat?
The pincode of Shalawat is 171207.
What is the population of Shalawat?
Shalawat has a total population of 388, including 183 males and 205 females.
How many households are there in Shalawat?
There are 90 households in Shalawat.
What is the literacy rate in Shalawat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shalawat is 75.26%. Male literacy is 89.07% and female literacy is 62.93%.