Kadiwan - Tikar, Shimla
Kadiwan is a village situated in the Tikar tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Kadiyun serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kadiwan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kadiwan is 026357. The village covers a total geographical area of 572 hectares and falls under the 171203 pincode. Rohru is the nearest town.
Kadiwan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rohru Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kadiwan
As per Census 2011, Kadiwan village has a total population of 756 people, consisting of 391 males and 365 females. The village has 153 households and a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males. There are 59 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 571 literate and 185 illiterate residents. Additionally, 208 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 20 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kadiwan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 756 | 391 | 365 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 32 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 208 | 107 | 101 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 571 | 330 | 241 |
| Illiterate Population | 185 | 61 | 124 |
Nearby Villages of Kadiwan
Kadiwan 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 Kadiwan
Kadiwan 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 Kadiwan is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kadiwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kadiwan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kadiwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kadiwan 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 Kadiwan
Where is Kadiwan located?
Kadiwan village is located in Tikar Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kadiwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Kadiwan is Kadiyun.
What is the pincode of Kadiwan?
The pincode of Kadiwan is 171203.
What is the population of Kadiwan?
Kadiwan has a total population of 756, including 391 males and 365 females.
How many households are there in Kadiwan?
There are 153 households in Kadiwan.
What is the literacy rate in Kadiwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kadiwan is 75.53%. Male literacy is 84.40% and female literacy is 66.03%.