Shohawal
Shohawal is a village 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.
Here you can discover what makes Shohawal unique in its vibrant Shimla Rural-Shimla region. You’ll see Shohawal’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 Shohawal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shohawal is 024740. The village spans a total geographical area of 50 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171007. Shimla is nearest town to Shohawal village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Shohawal village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kasumpti Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Shohawal
Population of Shohawal
According to the 2011 Census, Shohawal has a total population of about 140, with approximately 62 males and 78 females. The sex ratio is around 1258 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 7 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 70.71%, with male literacy at about 83.87% and female literacy near 60.26%. There are around 22 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shohawal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 140 | 62 | 78 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 7 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 99 | 52 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 41 | 10 | 31 |
Connectivity of Shohawal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shohawal. As per the 2011 stats, Shohawal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Shohawal
Knowing the nearby villages of Shohawal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shohawal.
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%.