Dadhewag - Sunni, Shimla
Dadhewag is a village situated in the Sunni tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from Shimla. Reog serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dadhewag village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dadhewag is 024049. The village covers a total geographical area of 99.74 hectares and falls under the 171301 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Dadhewag village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Dadhewag
As per Census 2011, Dadhewag village has a total population of 176 people, consisting of 83 males and 93 females. The village has 36 households and a sex ratio of 1,120 females per 1,000 males. There are 26 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 132 literate and 44 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dadhewag are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 176 | 83 | 93 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 12 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 132 | 67 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 44 | 16 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Dadhewag
Dadhewag 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 Dadhewag
Dadhewag 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 Dadhewag is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dadhewag
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dadhewag village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dadhewag
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dadhewag village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dadhewag
Where is Dadhewag located?
Dadhewag village is located in Sunni Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dadhewag?
The Gram Panchayat of Dadhewag is Reog.
What is the pincode of Dadhewag?
The pincode of Dadhewag is 171301.
What is the population of Dadhewag?
Dadhewag has a total population of 176, including 83 males and 93 females.
How many households are there in Dadhewag?
There are 36 households in Dadhewag.
What is the literacy rate in Dadhewag?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dadhewag is 75.00%. Male literacy is 80.72% and female literacy is 69.89%.