Sweega - Churah, Chamba
Sweega is a village situated in the Churah tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 51 km from Chamba. Choli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sweega village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sweega is 007008. The village covers a total geographical area of 120.63 hectares and falls under the 176316 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Sweega village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Churah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sweega
As per Census 2011, Sweega village has a total population of 104 people, consisting of 56 males and 48 females. The village has 19 households and a sex ratio of 857 females per 1,000 males. There are 20 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 46 literate and 58 illiterate residents. Additionally, 16 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 17 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sweega are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 104 | 56 | 48 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 46 | 35 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 58 | 21 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Sweega
Sweega is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sweega
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Sweega.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chamba to Sweega is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sweega
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sweega village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sweega
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sweega village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sweega
Where is Sweega located?
Sweega village is located in Churah Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sweega?
The Gram Panchayat of Sweega is Choli.
What is the pincode of Sweega?
The pincode of Sweega is 176316.
What is the population of Sweega?
Sweega has a total population of 104, including 56 males and 48 females.
How many households are there in Sweega?
There are 19 households in Sweega.
What is the literacy rate in Sweega?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sweega is 44.23%. Male literacy is 62.50% and female literacy is 22.92%.