Chewra - Junga, Shimla
Chewra is a village situated in the Junga tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Bhadech serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chewra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chewra is 024855. The village covers a total geographical area of 91.06 hectares and falls under the 171218 pincode. Shimla is the nearest town.
Chewra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kasumpti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chewra
As per Census 2011, Chewra village has a total population of 114 people, consisting of 57 males and 57 females. The village has 22 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 6 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 94 literate and 20 illiterate residents. Additionally, 43 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chewra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 114 | 57 | 57 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | - | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 19 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 94 | 53 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 20 | 4 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Chewra
Chewra 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 Chewra
Chewra is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Chewra is about 29 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chewra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chewra 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 Chewra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chewra 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 Chewra
Where is Chewra located?
Chewra village is located in Junga Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chewra?
The Gram Panchayat of Chewra is Bhadech.
What is the pincode of Chewra?
The pincode of Chewra is 171218.
What is the population of Chewra?
Chewra has a total population of 114, including 57 males and 57 females.
How many households are there in Chewra?
There are 22 households in Chewra.
What is the literacy rate in Chewra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chewra is 82.46%. Male literacy is 92.98% and female literacy is 71.93%.