Dafawag

Dafawag is a village located in Shimla Rural tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 16km away from Shimla, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Dafawag village. As per 2009 stats, Ghanahatti is the gram panchayat of Dafawag village.

Dafawag has its own place in the vibrant Shimla region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Dafawag

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dafawag is 024310. The village spans a total geographical area of 40.6 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171011. Shimla is nearest town to Dafawag village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Dafawag

Below is a concise population overview of Dafawag as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 132 65 67
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 20 11 9
Scheduled Castes (SC) 50 26 24
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 98 49 49
Illiterate Population 34 16 18

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dafawag village:

  • The total population of Dafawag village is around 132, including approximately 65 males and 67 females, with a sex ratio of 1030 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 20 children aged 0–6 years in Dafawag village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dafawag village has 50 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Dafawag village is about 74.24%, with male literacy at 75.38% and female literacy at 73.13%.
  • There are around 22 households in Dafawag village.

Connectivity of Dafawag

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dafawag. As per the 2011 stats, Dafawag had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Dafawag

Knowing the nearby villages of Dafawag helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dafawag.

Jangal Mehduda Mehfuja Shanog Khil Up Muhal D P F Khil Kolu Ki Kwali Bajholiya Jangal Mehfuja Mehduda Kamahla Dhar Chalog Badua Up Muhal D P F Samlaun Up Muhal D P F Badua

Frequently Asked Questions about Dafawag

Where is Dafawag located?
Dafawag village is situated in Shimla Rural Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dafawag?
The Gram Panchayat of Dafawag is Ghanahatti (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dafawag?
The pincode of Dafawag is 171011, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dafawag as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dafawag is 132, with 65 males and 67 females.
How many households are there in Dafawag as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dafawag village has a total of 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dafawag as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dafawag is 74.24%. The male literacy rate is 75.38%, while the female literacy rate is 73.13%.