Mewag
About Mewag
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Mewag village is 024778. Mewag village is located in Shimla Rural tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 9km away from Shimla, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Mewag village. As per 2009 stats, Chamyana is the gram panchayat of Mewag village.
The total geographical area of village is 179.48 hectares. Mewag has a total population of 315 peoples, out of which male population is 172 while female population is 143. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 831 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of mewag village is 86.35% out of which 86.63% males and 86.01% females are literate. There are about 71 houses in mewag village. Pincode of mewag village locality is 171006.
When it comes to administration, Mewag village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Mewag village comes under Kasumpti Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Shimla is nearest town to mewag village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Mewag
The population details of Mewag cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 315 | 172 | 143 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 22 | 13 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 23 | 10 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 272 | 149 | 123 |
| Illiterate Population | 43 | 23 | 20 |
Connectivity of Mewag
| 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 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Mewag
Where is Mewag located?
Mewag village is situated in Shimla Rural Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mewag?
The Gram Panchayat of Mewag is Chamyana (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Mewag?
The pincode of Mewag is 171006, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Mewag as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mewag is 315, with 172 males and 143 females.
How many households are there in Mewag as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Mewag village has a total of 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mewag as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mewag is 86.35%. The male literacy rate is 86.63%, while the female literacy rate is 86.01%.