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
As per Census 2011, Khanawag village has a total population of 92 people, consisting of 48 males and 44 females. The village has 16 households and a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males. There are 7 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 78 literate and 14 illiterate residents. Additionally, 52 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khanawag are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 92 | 48 | 44 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 7 | - |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 52 | 23 | 29 |
| 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 has a total population of 92, including 48 males and 44 females.
How many households are there in Khanawag?
There are 16 households in Khanawag.
What is the literacy rate in Khanawag?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khanawag is 84.78%. Male literacy is 83.33% and female literacy is 86.36%.