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.
Here you can discover what makes Dafawag unique in its vibrant Shimla Rural-Shimla region. You’ll see Dafawag’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Dafawag
Population of Dafawag
According to the 2011 Census, Dafawag has a total population of about 132, with approximately 65 males and 67 females. The sex ratio is around 1030 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 20 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 50 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 74.24%, with male literacy at about 75.38% and female literacy near 73.13%. There are around 22 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dafawag's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.