Chawari - Balh, Mandi
Chawari is a village situated in the Balh tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from Mandi. Kehad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chawari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chawari is 014724. The village covers a total geographical area of 358.46 hectares and falls under the 175027 pincode. Mandi is the nearest town.
Chawari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Balh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chawari
As per Census 2011, Chawari village has a total population of 796 people, consisting of 404 males and 392 females. The village has 176 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 81 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 597 literate and 199 illiterate residents. Additionally, 464 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 24 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chawari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 796 | 404 | 392 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 45 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 464 | 237 | 227 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 24 | 14 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 597 | 328 | 269 |
| Illiterate Population | 199 | 76 | 123 |
Nearby Villages of Chawari
Chawari 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 Chawari
Chawari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Chawari is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chawari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chawari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chawari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chawari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chawari
Where is Chawari located?
Chawari village is located in Balh Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chawari?
The Gram Panchayat of Chawari is Kehad.
What is the pincode of Chawari?
The pincode of Chawari is 175027.
What is the population of Chawari?
Chawari has a total population of 796, including 404 males and 392 females.
How many households are there in Chawari?
There are 176 households in Chawari.
What is the literacy rate in Chawari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chawari is 75.00%. Male literacy is 81.19% and female literacy is 68.62%.