Juwan - Shillai, Sirmaur
Juwan is a village situated in the Shillai tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 105 km from Nahan. Bakras serves as the Gram Panchayat for Juwan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Juwan is 023436. The village covers a total geographical area of 304 hectares and falls under the 173029 pincode. Paonta Sahib is the nearest town.
Juwan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shillai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Juwan
According to the 2011 Census, Juwan village had a total population of 210 people, including 123 males and 87 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 707 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.67%, with male literacy at 66.67% and female literacy at 48.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 57.
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 | 210 | 123 | 87 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 12 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 34 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 108 | 74 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 102 | 49 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Juwan
Juwan 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 Juwan
Public transport in the Juwan is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Juwan is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Juwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Juwan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Juwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Juwan 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 Juwan
Where is Juwan located?
Juwan village is located in Shillai Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Juwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Juwan is Bakras.
What is the pincode of Juwan?
The pincode of Juwan is 173029.
What is the population of Juwan?
Juwan had a total population of 210, including 123 males and 87 females.
How many households are there in Juwan?
Juwan had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Juwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Juwan was 59.67%. Male literacy was 66.67% and female literacy was 48.57%.