Ganewag - Shimla ( Rural ), Shimla
Ganewag is a village situated in the Shimla ( Rural ) tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 21 km from Shimla. Ganeog Nehra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ganewag village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganewag is 024287. The village covers a total geographical area of 154.5 hectares and falls under the 171001 pincode. Jutogh is the nearest town.
Ganewag village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shimla Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ganewag
According to the 2011 Census, Ganewag village had a total population of 222 people, including 115 males and 107 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 930 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.21%, with male literacy at 94.85% and female literacy at 85.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 125.
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 | 222 | 115 | 107 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 18 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 125 | 64 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 175 | 92 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 47 | 23 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Ganewag
Ganewag 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 Ganewag
Ganewag 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 Ganewag is about 21 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ganewag
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ganewag village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ganewag
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ganewag village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ganewag
Where is Ganewag located?
Ganewag village is located in Shimla ( Rural ) Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ganewag?
The Gram Panchayat of Ganewag is Ganeog Nehra.
What is the pincode of Ganewag?
The pincode of Ganewag is 171001.
What is the population of Ganewag?
Ganewag had a total population of 222, including 115 males and 107 females.
How many households are there in Ganewag?
Ganewag had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ganewag?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganewag was 90.21%. Male literacy was 94.85% and female literacy was 85.57%.