Parwah - Ramshahr, Solan
Parwah is a village situated in the Ramshahr tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Charog serves as the Gram Panchayat for Parwah village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parwah is 020477. The village covers a total geographical area of 54.85 hectares and falls under the 174102 pincode. Bilaspur is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Parwah village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nalagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Parwah
According to the 2011 Census, Parwah village had a total population of 95 people, including 53 males and 42 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 792 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.73%, with male literacy at 82.98% and female literacy at 60.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 25.
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 | 95 | 53 | 42 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 6 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 12 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 64 | 39 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 31 | 14 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Parwah
Parwah 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 Parwah
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Parwah.
| 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 Bilaspur to Parwah is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Solan to Parwah is about 114 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Parwah
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parwah 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Parwah
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parwah village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Parwah
Where is Parwah located?
Parwah village is located in Ramshahr Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Parwah?
The Gram Panchayat of Parwah is Charog.
What is the pincode of Parwah?
The pincode of Parwah is 174102.
What is the population of Parwah?
Parwah had a total population of 95, including 53 males and 42 females.
How many households are there in Parwah?
Parwah had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Parwah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parwah was 72.73%. Male literacy was 82.98% and female literacy was 60.98%.