Rewag - Sunni, Shimla
Rewag is a village situated in the Sunni tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 42 km from Shimla. Reog serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rewag village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rewag is 024050. The village covers a total geographical area of 221.1 hectares and falls under the 171301 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Rewag 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 Rewag
According to the 2011 Census, Rewag village had a total population of 360 people, including 183 males and 177 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 967 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.65%, with male literacy at 96.89% and female literacy at 90.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 28.
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 | 360 | 183 | 177 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 22 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 16 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 295 | 156 | 139 |
| Illiterate Population | 65 | 27 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Rewag
Rewag 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 Rewag
Rewag is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Rewag is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rewag
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rewag village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Rewag
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rewag village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rewag
Where is Rewag located?
Rewag village is located in Sunni Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rewag?
The Gram Panchayat of Rewag is Reog.
What is the pincode of Rewag?
The pincode of Rewag is 171301.
What is the population of Rewag?
Rewag had a total population of 360, including 183 males and 177 females.
How many households are there in Rewag?
Rewag had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rewag?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rewag was 93.65%. Male literacy was 96.89% and female literacy was 90.26%.