Khalawan - Tikar, Shimla
Khalawan is a village situated in the Tikar tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Pujarli-3 serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khalawan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khalawan is 026372. The village covers a total geographical area of 164.75 hectares and falls under the 171203 pincode. Rohru is the nearest town.
Khalawan 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 Khalawan
As per Census 2011, Khalawan village has a total population of 357 people, consisting of 175 males and 182 females. The village has 79 households and a sex ratio of 1,040 females per 1,000 males. There are 30 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 263 literate and 94 illiterate residents. Additionally, 168 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khalawan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 357 | 175 | 182 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 18 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 168 | 85 | 83 |
| Literate Population | 263 | 145 | 118 |
| Illiterate Population | 94 | 30 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Khalawan
Khalawan 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 Khalawan
Khalawan 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 Khalawan is about 113 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khalawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khalawan 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 Khalawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khalawan 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 Khalawan
Where is Khalawan located?
Khalawan village is located in Tikar Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khalawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Khalawan is Pujarli-3.
What is the pincode of Khalawan?
The pincode of Khalawan is 171203.
What is the population of Khalawan?
Khalawan has a total population of 357, including 175 males and 182 females.
How many households are there in Khalawan?
There are 79 households in Khalawan.
What is the literacy rate in Khalawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khalawan is 73.67%. Male literacy is 82.86% and female literacy is 64.84%.