Kawg - Theog, Shimla
Kawg is a village situated in the Theog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Bani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kawg village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kawg is 025182. The village covers a total geographical area of 35.04 hectares and falls under the 171201 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Kawg 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 Kawg
According to the 2011 Census, Kawg village had a total population of 33 people, including 16 males and 17 females, living in 7 households. The sex ratio was 1,063 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.00%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 80.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6.
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 | 33 | 16 | 17 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 27 | 15 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 6 | 1 | 5 |
Nearby Villages of Kawg
Kawg 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 Kawg
Public transport in the Kawg 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 Kawg is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kawg
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kawg village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kawg
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kawg village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kawg
Where is Kawg located?
Kawg village is located in Theog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kawg?
The Gram Panchayat of Kawg is Bani.
What is the pincode of Kawg?
The pincode of Kawg is 171201.
What is the population of Kawg?
Kawg had a total population of 33, including 16 males and 17 females.
How many households are there in Kawg?
Kawg had 7 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kawg?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kawg was 90.00%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 80.00%.