Shohawal
About Shohawal
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Shohawal village is 024740. Shohawal village is located in Shimla Rural tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 19km away from Shimla, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Shohawal village. As per 2009 stats, Mashobra is the gram panchayat of Shohawal village.
The total geographical area of village is 50 hectares. Shohawal has a total population of 140 peoples, out of which male population is 62 while female population is 78. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1258 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of shohawal village is 70.71% out of which 83.87% males and 60.26% females are literate. There are about 22 houses in shohawal village. Pincode of shohawal village locality is 171007.
When it comes to administration, Shohawal 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, Shohawal village comes under Kasumpti Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Shimla is nearest town to shohawal village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Shohawal
The population details of Shohawal 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 | 140 | 62 | 78 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 20 | 7 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 99 | 52 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 41 | 10 | 31 |
Connectivity of Shohawal
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Shohawal
Where is Shohawal located?
Shohawal village is situated in Shimla Rural Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shohawal?
The Gram Panchayat of Shohawal is Mashobra (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Shohawal?
The pincode of Shohawal is 171007, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shohawal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shohawal is 140, with 62 males and 78 females.
How many households are there in Shohawal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shohawal village has a total of 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shohawal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shohawal is 70.71%. The male literacy rate is 83.87%, while the female literacy rate is 60.26%.