Shawag - Theog, Shimla
Shawag is a village situated in the Theog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Deorighat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shawag village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shawag is 025202. The village covers a total geographical area of 54.06 hectares and falls under the 171201 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Shawag 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 Shawag
According to the 2011 Census, Shawag village had a total population of 136 people, including 70 males and 66 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 943 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 97.58%, with male literacy at 98.36% and female literacy at 96.83%.
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 | 136 | 70 | 66 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 9 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 121 | 60 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 15 | 10 | 5 |
Nearby Villages of Shawag
Shawag 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 Shawag
Shawag is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Shawag is about 40 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 Shawag
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shawag 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shawag
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shawag 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shawag
Where is Shawag located?
Shawag village is located in Theog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shawag?
The Gram Panchayat of Shawag is Deorighat.
What is the pincode of Shawag?
The pincode of Shawag is 171201.
What is the population of Shawag?
Shawag had a total population of 136, including 70 males and 66 females.
How many households are there in Shawag?
Shawag had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shawag?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shawag was 97.58%. Male literacy was 98.36% and female literacy was 96.83%.