Dawan - Theog, Shimla
Dawan is a village situated in the Theog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Tiyali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dawan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dawan is 025244. The village covers a total geographical area of 139 hectares and falls under the 171201 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Dawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Theog Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dawan
According to the 2011 Census, Dawan village had a total population of 255 people, including 122 males and 133 females, living in 50 households. The sex ratio was 1,090 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.40%, with male literacy at 93.75% and female literacy at 77.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 25.
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 | 255 | 122 | 133 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 10 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 10 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 193 | 105 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 62 | 17 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Dawan
Dawan 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 Dawan
Dawan 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Dawan is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dawan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dawan 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dawan
Where is Dawan located?
Dawan village is located in Theog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Dawan is Tiyali.
What is the pincode of Dawan?
The pincode of Dawan is 171201.
What is the population of Dawan?
Dawan had a total population of 255, including 122 males and 133 females.
How many households are there in Dawan?
Dawan had 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dawan was 85.40%. Male literacy was 93.75% and female literacy was 77.19%.