Chiwa
Chiwa is a village located in Jubbal tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 108km away from district headquarter Jubbal. Jubbal is the sub-district headquarter of Chiwa village. As per 2009 stats, Kotkayana is the gram panchayat of Chiwa village.
Here you can discover what makes Chiwa unique in its vibrant Jubbal-Shimla region. You’ll see Chiwa’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 Chiwa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chiwa is 025960. The village spans a total geographical area of 53 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171205. Jubbal is nearest town to Chiwa village for all major economic activities.
As per 2019 stats, Chiwa village comes under Shimla assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Chiwa
Population of Chiwa
According to the 2011 Census, Chiwa has a total population of about 106, with approximately 58 males and 48 females. The sex ratio is around 827 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 7 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 18 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 78.30%, with male literacy at about 84.48% and female literacy near 70.83%. There are around 27 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chiwa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 106 | 58 | 48 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 83 | 49 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 23 | 9 | 14 |
Connectivity of Chiwa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chiwa. As per the 2011 stats, Chiwa 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chiwa
Knowing the nearby villages of Chiwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chiwa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chiwa
- Where is Chiwa located?
- Chiwa village is situated in Jubbal Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chiwa?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chiwa is Kotkayana (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chiwa?
- The pincode of Chiwa is 171205, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chiwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chiwa is 106, with 58 males and 48 females.
- How many households are there in Chiwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chiwa village has a total of 27 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chiwa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chiwa is 78.30%. The male literacy rate is 84.48%, while the female literacy rate is 70.83%.