Walam
About Walam
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Walam village is 020497. Walam village is located in Ramshahr tehsil of Solan district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 100km away from district headquarter Ramshahr. Ramshahr is the sub-district headquarter of Walam village. As per 2009 stats, Charog is the gram panchayat of Walam village.
The total geographical area of village is 170.7 hectares. Walam has a total population of 282 peoples, out of which male population is 140 while female population is 142. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1014 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of walam village is 54.96% out of which 63.57% males and 46.48% females are literate. There are about 52 houses in walam village. Pincode of walam village locality is 174102.
When it comes to administration, Walam village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Walam village comes under Nalagarh Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Nalagarh is nearest town to walam village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Walam
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 282 | 140 | 142 |
| Literate Population | 155 | 89 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 127 | 51 | 76 |
Connectivity of Walam
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Walam
Where is Walam located?
Walam village is situated in Ramshahr Tehsil, within the Solan district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Walam?
The Gram Panchayat of Walam is Charog (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Walam?
The pincode of Walam is 174102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Walam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Walam is 282, with 140 males and 142 females.
How many households are there in Walam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Walam village has a total of 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Walam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Walam is 54.96%. The male literacy rate is 63.57%, while the female literacy rate is 46.48%.