Waha

Waha is a village located in Ramshahr tehsil of Solan district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 80km away from district headquarter Ramshahr. Ramshahr is the sub-district headquarter of Waha village. As per 2009 stats, Matuli is the gram panchayat of Waha village.

Here you can discover what makes Waha unique in its vibrant Ramshahr-Solan region. You’ll see Waha’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Waha

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Waha is 020669. The village spans a total geographical area of 53.32 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 174102. Nalagarh is nearest town to Waha village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Waha village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Arki Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Waha

According to the 2011 Census, Waha has a total population of about 207, with approximately 104 males and 103 females. The sex ratio is around 990 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 27 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 89 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.05%, with male literacy at about 79.81% and female literacy near 60.19%. There are around 37 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Waha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 207 104 103
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 27 11 16
Scheduled Castes (SC) 89 44 45
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 145 83 62
Illiterate Population 62 21 41

Connectivity of Waha

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Waha. As per the 2011 stats, Waha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Waha

Knowing the nearby villages of Waha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Waha.

Frequently Asked Questions about Waha

Where is Waha located?
Waha village is situated in Ramshahr Tehsil, within the Solan district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Waha?
The Gram Panchayat of Waha is Matuli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Waha?
The pincode of Waha is 174102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Waha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Waha is 207, with 104 males and 103 females.
How many households are there in Waha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Waha village has a total of 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Waha as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Waha is 70.05%. The male literacy rate is 79.81%, while the female literacy rate is 60.19%.