Chewara
Chewara is a Town and Subdivision in Sheikhpura District of Bihar. In India, a subdivision is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Chewara Block (CD) is 01376. The total area of Chewara Subdivision is 122 km². Chewara has a sex ratio of approximately 961 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Chewara Subdivision
Chewara Subdivision has a total of 39 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Chewara Subdivision, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Andauli | Chakandra | Sheikhpura (10 km) |
| 2 | Angpur | Eakrama | Sheikhpura (15 km) |
| 3 | Asthawan | Lahna | Sheikhpura (18 km) |
| 4 | Bahuwara | Chewara | Sheikhpura (14 km) |
| 5 | Barari | Chakandra | Sheikhpura (9 km) |
| 6 | Basant | Chakandra | Sheikhpura (7 km) |
| 7 | Belchhi | Siyani | Sheikhpura (25 km) |
| 8 | Belkhundi | Eakrama | Sheikhpura (15 km) |
| 9 | Bengucha | Lahna | Sheikhpura (20 km) |
| 10 | Chakandara | Chakandra | Sheikhpura (9 km) |
| 11 | Chewara | Chewara | Sheikhpura (12 km) |
| 12 | Chhatiara | Chhathiyara | Sheikhpura (18 km) |
| 13 | Dhamsena | Chhathiyara | Sheikhpura (18 km) |
| 14 | Ekarha | Lohan | Sheikhpura (15 km) |
| 15 | Ekraman | Eakrama | Sheikhpura (10 km) |
| 16 | Fatehpur | Lohan | Sheikhpura (17 km) |
| 17 | Gadua | Eakrama | Sheikhpura (11 km) |
| 18 | Ghari | Lahna | Sheikhpura (17 km) |
| 19 | Hansapur | Lahna | Sheikhpura (16 km) |
| 20 | Kamalgarh | Chakandra | Sheikhpura (5 km) |
| 21 | Kapasi | Chhathiyara | Sheikhpura (18 km) |
| 22 | Karande | Siyani | Sheikhpura (17 km) |
| 23 | Kemra | Eakrama | Sheikhpura (15 km) |
| 24 | Kewali | Chhathiyara | Sheikhpura (16 km) |
| 25 | Kurmuri | Siyani | Sheikhpura (22 km) |
| 26 | Kusekher | Chakandra | Sheikhpura (10 km) |
| 27 | Lahna | Lahna | Sheikhpura (18 km) |
| 28 | Lataut | Chhathiyara | Sheikhpura (20 km) |
| 29 | Lohan | Lohan | Sheikhpura (17 km) |
| 30 | Maheshpur | Chhathiyara | Sheikhpura (12 km) |
| 31 | Mane | Chakandra | Sheikhpura (15 km) |
| 32 | Masarhi | Chhathiyara | Sheikhpura (18 km) |
| 33 | Rajaur | Eakrama | Sheikhpura (16 km) |
| 34 | Rajpur | Eakrama | Sheikhpura (9 km) |
| 35 | Rankar | Chewara | Sheikhpura (13 km) |
| 36 | Seani | Siyani | Sheikhpura (28 km) |
| 37 | Sijhori | Chhathiyara | Sheikhpura (12 km) |
| 38 | Teai | Lahna | Sheikhpura (20 km) |
| 39 | Uski | Siyani | Sheikhpura (23 km) |
Population of Chewara Subdivision
The population profile of Chewara Subdivision offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Chewara Subdivision's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 73,267 | 73,267 | N/A |
| Male Population | 37,362 | 37,362 | N/A |
| Female Population | 35,905 | 35,905 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 14,777 | 14,777 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 7,548 | 7,548 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 7,229 | 7,229 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 35,810 | 35,810 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 21,350 | 21,350 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 14,460 | 14,460 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 37,457 | 37,457 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 16,012 | 16,012 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 21,445 | 21,445 | N/A |
| Total Households | 11,847 | 11,847 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 73,267 people. Includes nearly 37,362 males and 35,905 females. Rural population is about 73,267 people.
- There are around 14,777 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 7,548 boys and 7,229 girls.
- Literate population is about 35,810 people. Non-literate population is around 37,457 people.
- There are nearly 11,847 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Chewara Subdivision, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 14,692 | 14,692 | N/A |
| SC Male Population | 7,443 | 7,443 | N/A |
| SC Female Population | 7,249 | 7,249 | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 121 | 121 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 52 | 52 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 69 | 69 | N/A |
| Population Density | 602 / km² | 602 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Chewara Subdivision is approximately 14,692 people, including 7,443 males and 7,249 females. Around 14,692 people live in rural parts.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Chewara Subdivision is about 121 people, including 52 males and 69 females. Around 121 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 602 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 602 people per sq. km.