Kuhawi - Darlaghat, Solan
Kuhawi is a village situated in the Darlaghat tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 100 km from Solan. Patta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kuhawi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kuhawi is 020016. The village covers a total geographical area of 18 hectares and falls under the 173221 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Kuhawi 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 Kuhawi
According to the 2011 Census, Kuhawi village had a total population of 77 people, including 40 males and 37 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 925 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.08%, with male literacy at 84.85% and female literacy at 81.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7.
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 | 77 | 40 | 37 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 54 | 28 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 23 | 12 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Kuhawi
Kuhawi 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 Kuhawi
Kuhawi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Kuhawi is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kuhawi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kuhawi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kuhawi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kuhawi 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kuhawi
Where is Kuhawi located?
Kuhawi village is located in Darlaghat Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kuhawi?
The Gram Panchayat of Kuhawi is Patta.
What is the pincode of Kuhawi?
The pincode of Kuhawi is 173221.
What is the population of Kuhawi?
Kuhawi had a total population of 77, including 40 males and 37 females.
How many households are there in Kuhawi?
Kuhawi had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kuhawi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kuhawi was 83.08%. Male literacy was 84.85% and female literacy was 81.25%.