Khawahal - Sunni, Shimla
Khawahal is a village situated in the Sunni tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 50 km from Shimla. Majhiwar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khawahal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khawahal is 024212. The village covers a total geographical area of 28 hectares and falls under the 171301 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Khawahal 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 Khawahal
According to the 2011 Census, Khawahal village had a total population of 58 people, including 24 males and 34 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 1,417 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.74%, with male literacy at 91.67% and female literacy at 90.00%.
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 | 58 | 24 | 34 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 0 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 49 | 22 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 9 | 2 | 7 |
Nearby Villages of Khawahal
Khawahal 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 Khawahal
Khawahal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within <1 km of Khawahal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Khawahal is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khawahal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khawahal 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Khawahal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khawahal 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 Khawahal
Where is Khawahal located?
Khawahal village is located in Sunni Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khawahal?
The Gram Panchayat of Khawahal is Majhiwar.
What is the pincode of Khawahal?
The pincode of Khawahal is 171301.
What is the population of Khawahal?
Khawahal had a total population of 58, including 24 males and 34 females.
How many households are there in Khawahal?
Khawahal had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khawahal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khawahal was 90.74%. Male literacy was 91.67% and female literacy was 90.00%.