Chawag - Chhatri, Mandi
Chawag is a village situated in the Chhatri tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 122 km from Mandi. Nehara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chawag village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chawag is 015261. The village covers a total geographical area of 75.45 hectares and falls under the 175047 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Chawag village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Seraj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chawag
As per Census 2011, Chawag village has a total population of 454 people, consisting of 238 males and 216 females. The village has 104 households and a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males. There are 60 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 310 literate and 144 illiterate residents. Additionally, 176 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chawag are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 454 | 238 | 216 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 34 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 176 | 94 | 82 |
| Literate Population | 310 | 182 | 128 |
| Illiterate Population | 144 | 56 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Chawag
Chawag 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 Chawag
Chawag 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Chawag is about 122 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chawag
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chawag 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chawag
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chawag village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chawag
Where is Chawag located?
Chawag village is located in Chhatri Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chawag?
The Gram Panchayat of Chawag is Nehara.
What is the pincode of Chawag?
The pincode of Chawag is 175047.
What is the population of Chawag?
Chawag has a total population of 454, including 238 males and 216 females.
How many households are there in Chawag?
There are 104 households in Chawag.
What is the literacy rate in Chawag?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chawag is 68.28%. Male literacy is 76.47% and female literacy is 59.26%.