Chichwari - Chirgaon, Shimla
Chichwari is a village situated in the Chirgaon tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Rohal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chichwari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chichwari is 026544. The village covers a total geographical area of 476.78 hectares and falls under the 171208 pincode. Rohru is the nearest town.
Chichwari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shimla Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Chichwari
According to the 2011 Census, Chichwari village had a total population of 458 people, including 240 males and 218 females, living in 101 households. The sex ratio was 908 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.85%, with male literacy at 70.54% and female literacy at 43.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 152.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 458 | 240 | 218 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 16 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 152 | 85 | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 247 | 158 | 89 |
| Illiterate Population | 211 | 82 | 129 |
Nearby Villages of Chichwari
Chichwari 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 Chichwari
Chichwari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Shimla to Chichwari is about 136 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chichwari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chichwari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chichwari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chichwari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chichwari
Where is Chichwari located?
Chichwari village is located in Chirgaon Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chichwari?
The Gram Panchayat of Chichwari is Rohal.
What is the pincode of Chichwari?
The pincode of Chichwari is 171208.
What is the population of Chichwari?
Chichwari had a total population of 458, including 240 males and 218 females.
How many households are there in Chichwari?
Chichwari had 101 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chichwari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chichwari was 57.85%. Male literacy was 70.54% and female literacy was 43.84%.