Suwawa - Kunihar, Solan
Suwawa is a village situated in the Kunihar tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 82 km from Solan. Badog serves as the Gram Panchayat for Suwawa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Suwawa is 020173. The village covers a total geographical area of 47.33 hectares and falls under the 173207 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Suwawa 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 Suwawa
According to the 2011 Census, Suwawa village had a total population of 209 people, including 107 males and 102 females, living in 38 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.43%, with male literacy at 84.95% and female literacy at 75.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 98.
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 | 209 | 107 | 102 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 14 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 98 | 51 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 148 | 79 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 61 | 28 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Suwawa
Suwawa 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 Suwawa
Suwawa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Solan to Suwawa is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Suwawa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Suwawa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Suwawa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Suwawa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Suwawa
Where is Suwawa located?
Suwawa village is located in Kunihar Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Suwawa?
The Gram Panchayat of Suwawa is Badog.
What is the pincode of Suwawa?
The pincode of Suwawa is 173207.
What is the population of Suwawa?
Suwawa had a total population of 209, including 107 males and 102 females.
How many households are there in Suwawa?
Suwawa had 38 households.
What is the literacy rate in Suwawa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Suwawa was 80.43%. Male literacy was 84.95% and female literacy was 75.82%.