Chalawag
About Chalawag
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Chalawag village is 024734. Chalawag village is located in Shimla Rural tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 26km away from Shimla, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Chalawag village. As per 2009 stats, Baldehan is the gram panchayat of Chalawag village.
The total geographical area of village is 16 hectares. Chalawag has a total population of 114 peoples, out of which male population is 58 while female population is 56. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 965 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of chalawag village is 65.79% out of which 70.69% males and 60.71% females are literate. There are about 16 houses in chalawag village. Pincode of chalawag village locality is 171007.
When it comes to administration, Chalawag village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Chalawag village comes under Shimla Rural Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Shimla is nearest town to chalawag village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Chalawag
The population details of Chalawag cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 114 | 58 | 56 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 14 | 5 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 108 | 55 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 75 | 41 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 39 | 17 | 22 |
Connectivity of Chalawag
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Chalawag
Where is Chalawag located?
Chalawag village is situated in Shimla Rural Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chalawag?
The Gram Panchayat of Chalawag is Baldehan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Chalawag?
The pincode of Chalawag is 171007, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chalawag as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chalawag is 114, with 58 males and 56 females.
How many households are there in Chalawag as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chalawag village has a total of 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chalawag as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chalawag is 65.79%. The male literacy rate is 70.69%, while the female literacy rate is 60.71%.