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.

Chiwa has its own place in the vibrant Shimla region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Chiwa

Below is a concise population overview of Chiwa as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chiwa village:

  • The total population of Chiwa village is around 106, including approximately 58 males and 48 females, with a sex ratio of 827 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 7 children aged 0–6 years in Chiwa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Chiwa village has 18 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Chiwa village is about 78.30%, with male literacy at 84.48% and female literacy at 70.83%.
  • There are around 27 households in Chiwa village.

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.

Shelapani Kot Shoali Thana Jangal Nainal D P F Kaina Kaina Jatari D P F Jhalri Chuntara Rampuri

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%.