Chawad
Chawad is a village located in Narharpur tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Narharpur (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Kanker. As per 2009 stats, Chawad village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chawad unique in its vibrant Narharpur-Uttar Bastar Kanker region. You’ll see Chawad’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 Chawad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chawad is 447932. The village spans a total geographical area of 498.08 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494334. Kanker is nearest town to Chawad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
As per 2019 stats, Chawad village comes under Kanker assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Chawad
Population of Chawad
According to the 2011 Census, Chawad has a total population of about 1,334, with approximately 655 males and 679 females. The sex ratio is around 1036 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 156 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 46 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 387. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.54%, with male literacy at about 76.49% and female literacy near 58.91%. There are around 309 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chawad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,334 | 655 | 679 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 156 | 82 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 46 | 24 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 387 | 181 | 206 |
| Literate Population | 901 | 501 | 400 |
| Illiterate Population | 433 | 154 | 279 |
Connectivity of Chawad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chawad. As per the 2011 stats, Chawad had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chawad
Knowing the nearby villages of Chawad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chawad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chawad
Where is Chawad located?
Chawad village is situated in Narharpur Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chawad?
Chawad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Chawad?
The pincode of Chawad is 494334, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chawad as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chawad is 1,334, with 655 males and 679 females.
How many households are there in Chawad as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chawad village has a total of 309 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chawad as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chawad is 67.54%. The male literacy rate is 76.49%, while the female literacy rate is 58.91%.