Gajwa
About Gajwa
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Gajwa village is 022990. Gajwa village is located in Renuka tehsil of Sirmaur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 99km away from district headquarter Sangrah. Sangrah is the sub-district headquarter of Gajwa village. As per 2009 stats, Satahan is the gram panchayat of Gajwa village.
The total geographical area of village is 236 hectares. Gajwa has a total population of 249 peoples, out of which male population is 130 while female population is 119. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 915 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of gajwa village is 57.03% out of which 64.62% males and 48.74% females are literate. There are about 31 houses in gajwa village. Pincode of gajwa village locality is 173023.
When it comes to administration, Gajwa village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Gajwa village comes under Sri renukaji Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Nahan is nearest town to gajwa village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Gajwa
The population details of Gajwa cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 249 | 130 | 119 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 41 | 19 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 46 | 28 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 142 | 84 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 107 | 46 | 61 |
Connectivity of Gajwa
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gajwa
Where is Gajwa located?
Gajwa village is situated in Renuka Tehsil, within the Sirmaur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gajwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Gajwa is Satahan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gajwa?
The pincode of Gajwa is 173023, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gajwa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gajwa is 249, with 130 males and 119 females.
How many households are there in Gajwa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gajwa village has a total of 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gajwa as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gajwa is 57.03%. The male literacy rate is 64.62%, while the female literacy rate is 48.74%.