Hiwan - Sunni, Shimla
Hiwan is a village situated in the Sunni tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 54 km from Shimla. Khatnol serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hiwan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hiwan is 024202. The village covers a total geographical area of 10 hectares and falls under the 171301 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Hiwan 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 Hiwan
According to the 2011 Census, Hiwan village had a total population of 33 people, including 10 males and 23 females, living in 8 households. The sex ratio was 2,300 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.00%, with male literacy at 88.89% and female literacy at 68.42%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 33 | 10 | 23 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 21 | 8 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 12 | 2 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Hiwan
Hiwan 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 Hiwan
Public transport in the Hiwan is mainly available through bus 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 Hiwan is about 54 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 Hiwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hiwan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Hiwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hiwan 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Hiwan
Where is Hiwan located?
Hiwan village is located in Sunni Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hiwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Hiwan is Khatnol.
What is the pincode of Hiwan?
The pincode of Hiwan is 171301.
What is the population of Hiwan?
Hiwan had a total population of 33, including 10 males and 23 females.
How many households are there in Hiwan?
Hiwan had 8 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hiwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hiwan was 75.00%. Male literacy was 88.89% and female literacy was 68.42%.