Gawahi - Nohra, Sirmaur
Gawahi is a village situated in the Nohra tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Gawahi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gawahi is 022690. The village covers a total geographical area of 280.92 hectares and falls under the 173104 pincode. Rajgarh is the nearest town.
Gawahi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nahan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gawahi
As per Census 2011, Gawahi village has a total population of 241 people, consisting of 119 males and 122 females. The village has 51 households and a sex ratio of 1,025 females per 1,000 males. There are 38 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 183 literate and 58 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gawahi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 241 | 119 | 122 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 16 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 183 | 99 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 58 | 20 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Gawahi
Gawahi 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 Gawahi
Gawahi 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 Nahan to Gawahi is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gawahi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gawahi 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gawahi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gawahi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gawahi
Where is Gawahi located?
Gawahi village is located in Nohra Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gawahi?
Gawahi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gawahi?
The pincode of Gawahi is 173104.
What is the population of Gawahi?
Gawahi has a total population of 241, including 119 males and 122 females.
How many households are there in Gawahi?
There are 51 households in Gawahi.
What is the literacy rate in Gawahi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gawahi is 75.93%. Male literacy is 83.19% and female literacy is 68.85%.