Chaiwan - Shimla ( Rural ), Shimla
Chaiwan is a village situated in the Shimla ( Rural ) tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from Shimla. Kolu Jubbad Tarapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chaiwan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chaiwan is 024685. The village covers a total geographical area of 1.5 hectares and falls under the 171001 pincode. Shimla is the nearest town.
Chaiwan 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 Chaiwan
According to the 2011 Census, Chaiwan village had a total population of 8 people, including 4 males and 4 females, living in 2 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 100.00%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 100.00%.
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 | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Nearby Villages of Chaiwan
Chaiwan 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 Chaiwan
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Chaiwan. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Chaiwan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Chaiwan is about 17 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chaiwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chaiwan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chaiwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chaiwan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chaiwan
Where is Chaiwan located?
Chaiwan village is located in Shimla ( Rural ) Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chaiwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Chaiwan is Kolu Jubbad Tarapur.
What is the pincode of Chaiwan?
The pincode of Chaiwan is 171001.
What is the population of Chaiwan?
Chaiwan had a total population of 8, including 4 males and 4 females.
How many households are there in Chaiwan?
Chaiwan had 2 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chaiwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chaiwan was 100.00%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 100.00%.