Chhajwar

Chhajwar is a village located in Sundarnagar tehsil of Mandi district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 32km away from district headquarter Sundarnagar. Sundarnagar is the sub-district headquarter of Chhajwar village. As per 2009 stats, Bhenwari Snr is the gram panchayat of Chhajwar village.

Here you can discover what makes Chhajwar unique in its vibrant Sundarnagar-Mandi region. You’ll see Chhajwar’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Chhajwar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chhajwar is 014314. The village spans a total geographical area of 129.37 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 174401. Sundarnagar is nearest town to Chhajwar village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Chhajwar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Sundernagar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mandi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Chhajwar

According to the 2011 Census, Chhajwar has a total population of about 402, with approximately 209 males and 193 females. The sex ratio is around 923 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 49 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 65 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.17%, with male literacy at about 72.73% and female literacy near 59.07%. There are around 73 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chhajwar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 402 209 193
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 49 31 18
Scheduled Castes (SC) 65 35 30
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 266 152 114
Illiterate Population 136 57 79

Connectivity of Chhajwar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chhajwar. As per the 2011 stats, Chhajwar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

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

Nearby Villages of Chhajwar

Knowing the nearby villages of Chhajwar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chhajwar.

Frequently Asked Questions about Chhajwar

Where is Chhajwar located?
Chhajwar village is situated in Sundarnagar Tehsil, within the Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhajwar?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhajwar is Bhenwari Snr (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Chhajwar?
The pincode of Chhajwar is 174401, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chhajwar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chhajwar is 402, with 209 males and 193 females.
How many households are there in Chhajwar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chhajwar village has a total of 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhajwar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chhajwar is 66.17%. The male literacy rate is 72.73%, while the female literacy rate is 59.07%.