Chhawani - Dharmsala, Kangra
Chhawani is a village situated in the Dharmsala tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Sudhed serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhawani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhawani is 009503. The village covers a total geographical area of 101 hectares and falls under the 176216 pincode. Dharmsala is the nearest town.
Chhawani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chhawani
As per Census 2011, Chhawani village has a total population of 1,600 people, consisting of 1,158 males and 442 females. The village has 356 households and a sex ratio of 381 females per 1,000 males. There are 202 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,362 literate and 238 illiterate residents. Additionally, 52 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chhawani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,600 | 1,158 | 442 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 202 | 100 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 52 | 34 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,362 | 1,040 | 322 |
| Illiterate Population | 238 | 118 | 120 |
Nearby Villages of Chhawani
Chhawani 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 Chhawani
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| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Chhawani is about 8 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Chhawani
Where is Chhawani located?
Chhawani village is located in Dharmsala Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhawani?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhawani is Sudhed.
What is the pincode of Chhawani?
The pincode of Chhawani is 176216.
What is the population of Chhawani?
Chhawani has a total population of 1,600, including 1,158 males and 442 females.
How many households are there in Chhawani?
There are 356 households in Chhawani.
What is the literacy rate in Chhawani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhawani is 85.13%. Male literacy is 89.81% and female literacy is 72.85%.