Gawana - Dadahu, Sirmaur
Gawana is a village situated in the Dadahu tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 42 km from Nahan. Bhanet-haldwaadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gawana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gawana is 023257. The village covers a total geographical area of 146 hectares and falls under the 173022 pincode. Paonta Sahib is the nearest town.
Gawana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri renukaji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gawana
As per Census 2011, Gawana village has a total population of 294 people, consisting of 144 males and 150 females. The village has 53 households and a sex ratio of 1,041 females per 1,000 males. There are 30 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 224 literate and 70 illiterate residents. Additionally, 182 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gawana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 294 | 144 | 150 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 15 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 182 | 87 | 95 |
| Literate Population | 224 | 119 | 105 |
| Illiterate Population | 70 | 25 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Gawana
Gawana 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 Gawana
Gawana 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 Nahan to Gawana is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gawana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gawana 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 Gawana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gawana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gawana
Where is Gawana located?
Gawana village is located in Dadahu Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gawana?
The Gram Panchayat of Gawana is Bhanet-haldwaadi.
What is the pincode of Gawana?
The pincode of Gawana is 173022.
What is the population of Gawana?
Gawana has a total population of 294, including 144 males and 150 females.
How many households are there in Gawana?
There are 53 households in Gawana.
What is the literacy rate in Gawana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gawana is 76.19%. Male literacy is 82.64% and female literacy is 70.00%.