Gawah - Darlaghat, Solan
Gawah is a village situated in the Darlaghat tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Darla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gawah village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gawah is 020395. The village covers a total geographical area of 50.82 hectares and falls under the 171102 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Gawah village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Gawah
As per Census 2011, Gawah village has a total population of 196 people, consisting of 109 males and 87 females. The village has 37 households and a sex ratio of 798 females per 1,000 males. There are 29 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 145 literate and 51 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gawah are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 196 | 109 | 87 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 16 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 145 | 85 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 51 | 24 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Gawah
Gawah 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 Gawah
Gawah is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Solan to Gawah is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gawah
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gawah village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gawah
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gawah village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gawah
Where is Gawah located?
Gawah village is located in Darlaghat Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gawah?
The Gram Panchayat of Gawah is Darla.
What is the pincode of Gawah?
The pincode of Gawah is 171102.
What is the population of Gawah?
Gawah has a total population of 196, including 109 males and 87 females.
How many households are there in Gawah?
There are 37 households in Gawah.
What is the literacy rate in Gawah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gawah is 73.98%. Male literacy is 77.98% and female literacy is 68.97%.