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 Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Khalawan village had a total population of 357 people, including 175 males and 182 females, living in 79 households. The sex ratio was 1,040 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.43%, with male literacy at 92.36% and female literacy at 69.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 168.
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 | 357 | 175 | 182 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 18 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 168 | 85 | 83 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 357, including 175 males and 182 females.
How many households are there in Khalawan?
Khalawan had 79 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khalawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khalawan was 80.43%. Male literacy was 92.36% and female literacy was 69.41%.