Kajwa - Haripurdhar, Sirmaur
Kajwa is a village situated in the Haripurdhar tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 85 km from Nahan. Satahan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kajwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kajwa is 022995. The village covers a total geographical area of 584 hectares and falls under the 173032 pincode. Nahan is the nearest town.
Kajwa 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 Kajwa
As per Census 2011, Kajwa village has a total population of 453 people, consisting of 231 males and 222 females. The village has 64 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 62 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 276 literate and 177 illiterate residents. Additionally, 113 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kajwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 453 | 231 | 222 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 31 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 113 | 61 | 52 |
| Literate Population | 276 | 160 | 116 |
| Illiterate Population | 177 | 71 | 106 |
Nearby Villages of Kajwa
Kajwa 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 Kajwa
Public transport in the Kajwa is mainly available through shared van 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 Nahan to Kajwa is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kajwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kajwa 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 Kajwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kajwa 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 Kajwa
Where is Kajwa located?
Kajwa village is located in Haripurdhar Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kajwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Kajwa is Satahan.
What is the pincode of Kajwa?
The pincode of Kajwa is 173032.
What is the population of Kajwa?
Kajwa has a total population of 453, including 231 males and 222 females.
How many households are there in Kajwa?
There are 64 households in Kajwa.
What is the literacy rate in Kajwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kajwa is 60.93%. Male literacy is 69.26% and female literacy is 52.25%.