Gawai - Theog, Shimla
Gawai is a village situated in the Theog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Gowahi Devimod serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gawai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gawai is 025023. The village covers a total geographical area of 138.97 hectares and falls under the 171201 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Gawai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan 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 Gawai
According to the 2011 Census, Gawai village had a total population of 258 people, including 134 males and 124 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 925 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.78%, with male literacy at 84.80% and female literacy at 78.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 85.
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 | 258 | 134 | 124 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 9 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 85 | 36 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 193 | 106 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 65 | 28 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Gawai
Gawai 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 Gawai
Gawai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Gawai is about 41 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 Gawai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gawai 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gawai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gawai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gawai
Where is Gawai located?
Gawai village is located in Theog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gawai?
The Gram Panchayat of Gawai is Gowahi Devimod.
What is the pincode of Gawai?
The pincode of Gawai is 171201.
What is the population of Gawai?
Gawai had a total population of 258, including 134 males and 124 females.
How many households are there in Gawai?
Gawai had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gawai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gawai was 81.78%. Male literacy was 84.80% and female literacy was 78.38%.