Chhawani
About Chhawani
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Chhawani village is 009503. Chhawani village is located in Dharmsala tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 8km away from Dharmsala, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Chhawani village. As per 2009 stats, Kaliara is the gram panchayat of Chhawani village.
The total geographical area of village is 101 hectares. Chhawani has a total population of 1,600 peoples, out of which male population is 1,158 while female population is 442. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 381 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of chhawani village is 85.13% out of which 89.81% males and 72.85% females are literate. There are about 356 houses in chhawani village. Pincode of chhawani village locality is 172617.
When it comes to administration, Chhawani village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Chhawani village comes under Shahpur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Dharmsala is nearest town to chhawani village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Chhawani
The population details of Chhawani cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,600 | 1,158 | 442 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 202 | 100 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 52 | 34 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,362 | 1,040 | 322 |
| Illiterate Population | 238 | 118 | 120 |
Connectivity of Chhawani
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Chhawani
Where is Chhawani located?
Chhawani village is situated in Dharmsala Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhawani?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhawani is Kaliara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Chhawani?
The pincode of Chhawani is 172617, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chhawani as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chhawani is 1,600, with 1,158 males and 442 females.
How many households are there in Chhawani as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chhawani village has a total of 356 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhawani as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chhawani is 85.13%. The male literacy rate is 89.81%, while the female literacy rate is 72.85%.