Khanawag - Sunni, Shimla
Khanawag is a village situated in the Sunni tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 51 km from Shimla. Khatnol serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khanawag village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khanawag is 024206. The village covers a total geographical area of 26 hectares and falls under the 171301 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Khanawag 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 Khanawag
According to the 2011 Census, Khanawag village had a total population of 92 people, including 48 males and 44 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.76%, with male literacy at 97.56% and female literacy at 86.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 52.
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 | 92 | 48 | 44 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 52 | 23 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 78 | 40 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 14 | 8 | 6 |
Nearby Villages of Khanawag
Khanawag 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 Khanawag
Public transport in the Khanawag is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Khanawag is about 51 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 Khanawag
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khanawag village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Khanawag
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khanawag village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khanawag
Where is Khanawag located?
Khanawag village is located in Sunni Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khanawag?
The Gram Panchayat of Khanawag is Khatnol.
What is the pincode of Khanawag?
The pincode of Khanawag is 171301.
What is the population of Khanawag?
Khanawag had a total population of 92, including 48 males and 44 females.
How many households are there in Khanawag?
Khanawag had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khanawag?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khanawag was 91.76%. Male literacy was 97.56% and female literacy was 86.36%.