Dawarsu - Sunni, Shimla
Dawarsu is a village situated in the Sunni tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 53 km from Shimla. Gharyana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dawarsu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dawarsu is 024057. The village covers a total geographical area of 81.13 hectares and falls under the 171301 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Dawarsu 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 Dawarsu
As per Census 2011, Dawarsu village has a total population of 114 people, consisting of 56 males and 58 females. The village has 26 households and a sex ratio of 1,035 females per 1,000 males. There are 13 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 93 literate and 21 illiterate residents. Additionally, 51 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dawarsu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 114 | 56 | 58 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 27 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 93 | 48 | 45 |
| Illiterate Population | 21 | 8 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Dawarsu
Dawarsu 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 Dawarsu
Dawarsu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Dawarsu is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dawarsu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dawarsu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dawarsu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dawarsu 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 Dawarsu
Where is Dawarsu located?
Dawarsu village is located in Sunni Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dawarsu?
The Gram Panchayat of Dawarsu is Gharyana.
What is the pincode of Dawarsu?
The pincode of Dawarsu is 171301.
What is the population of Dawarsu?
Dawarsu has a total population of 114, including 56 males and 58 females.
How many households are there in Dawarsu?
There are 26 households in Dawarsu.
What is the literacy rate in Dawarsu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dawarsu is 81.58%. Male literacy is 85.71% and female literacy is 77.59%.