Shawag - Arki, Solan
Shawag is a village situated in the Arki tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Dawati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shawag village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shawag is 019969. The village covers a total geographical area of 93 hectares and falls under the 171102 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Shawag village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shawag
According to the 2011 Census, Shawag village had a total population of 302 people, including 141 males and 161 females, living in 58 households. The sex ratio was 1,142 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.13%, with male literacy at 86.29% and female literacy at 84.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 32.
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 | 302 | 141 | 161 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 17 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 18 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 229 | 107 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 73 | 34 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Shawag
Shawag 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 Shawag
Shawag is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. Shawag has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Solan to Shawag is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shawag
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shawag village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shawag
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shawag village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Shawag
Where is Shawag located?
Shawag village is located in Arki Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shawag?
The Gram Panchayat of Shawag is Dawati.
What is the pincode of Shawag?
The pincode of Shawag is 171102.
What is the population of Shawag?
Shawag had a total population of 302, including 141 males and 161 females.
How many households are there in Shawag?
Shawag had 58 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shawag?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shawag was 85.13%. Male literacy was 86.29% and female literacy was 84.14%.