Gajwa - Renuka, Sirmaur
Gajwa is a village situated in the Renuka tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Satahan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gajwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gajwa is 022990. The village covers a total geographical area of 236 hectares and falls under the 173032 pincode. Nahan is the nearest town.
Gajwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan 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 Gajwa
According to the 2011 Census, Gajwa village had a total population of 249 people, including 130 males and 119 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 915 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.27%, with male literacy at 75.68% and female literacy at 59.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 46.
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 | 249 | 130 | 119 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 19 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 46 | 28 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 142 | 84 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 107 | 46 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Gajwa
Gajwa 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 Gajwa
Public transport in the Gajwa is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Nahan to Gajwa is about 99 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gajwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gajwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gajwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gajwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gajwa
Where is Gajwa located?
Gajwa village is located in Renuka Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gajwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Gajwa is Satahan.
What is the pincode of Gajwa?
The pincode of Gajwa is 173032.
What is the population of Gajwa?
Gajwa had a total population of 249, including 130 males and 119 females.
How many households are there in Gajwa?
Gajwa had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gajwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gajwa was 68.27%. Male literacy was 75.68% and female literacy was 59.79%.