Horawala
Horawala is a village located in Vikasnagar tehsil of Dehradun district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Vikasnagar (tehsildar office) and 37km away from district headquarter Dehradun. As per 2009 stats, Hora Wala is the gram panchayat of Horawala village.
Here you can discover what makes Horawala unique in its vibrant Vikasnagar-Dehradun region. You’ll see Horawala’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 Horawala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Horawala is 045012. The village spans a total geographical area of 920.15 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 248197. Herbertpur is nearest town to Horawala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Horawala 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 Sahaspur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Horawala
Population of Horawala
According to the 2011 Census, Horawala has a total population of about 2,050, with approximately 1,037 males and 1,013 females. The sex ratio is around 976 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 264 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 214 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 65. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.85%, with male literacy at about 79.07% and female literacy near 64.46%. There are around 412 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Horawala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,050 | 1,037 | 1,013 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 264 | 116 | 148 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 214 | 105 | 109 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 65 | 31 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 1,473 | 820 | 653 |
| Illiterate Population | 577 | 217 | 360 |
Connectivity of Horawala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Horawala. As per the 2011 stats, Horawala 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Horawala
Knowing the nearby villages of Horawala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Horawala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Horawala
- Where is Horawala located?
- Horawala village is situated in Vikasnagar Tehsil, within the Dehradun district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Horawala?
- The Gram Panchayat of Horawala is Hora Wala (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Horawala?
- The pincode of Horawala is 248197, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Horawala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Horawala is 2,050, with 1,037 males and 1,013 females.
- How many households are there in Horawala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Horawala village has a total of 412 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Horawala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Horawala is 71.85%. The male literacy rate is 79.07%, while the female literacy rate is 64.46%.