Chhanawat
Chhanawat is a village located in Shimla Rural tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 18km away from Shimla, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Chhanawat village. As per 2009 stats, Dhalli is the gram panchayat of Chhanawat village.
Here you can discover what makes Chhanawat unique in its vibrant Shimla Rural-Shimla region. You’ll see Chhanawat’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 Chhanawat
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chhanawat is 024695. The village spans a total geographical area of 19.64 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171007. Shimla is nearest town to Chhanawat village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Chhanawat village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kasumpti Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chhanawat
Population of Chhanawat
According to the 2011 Census, Chhanawat has a total population of about 98, with approximately 51 males and 47 females. The sex ratio is around 921 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 5 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 36 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 88.78%, with male literacy at about 90.20% and female literacy near 87.23%. There are around 21 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chhanawat's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 98 | 51 | 47 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 18 | 18 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 87 | 46 | 41 |
Illiterate Population | 11 | 5 | 6 |
Connectivity of Chhanawat
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chhanawat. As per the 2011 stats, Chhanawat had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chhanawat
Knowing the nearby villages of Chhanawat helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chhanawat.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chhanawat
- Where is Chhanawat located?
- Chhanawat village is situated in Shimla Rural Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chhanawat?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chhanawat is Dhalli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chhanawat?
- The pincode of Chhanawat is 171007, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chhanawat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chhanawat is 98, with 51 males and 47 females.
- How many households are there in Chhanawat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chhanawat village has a total of 21 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chhanawat as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chhanawat is 88.78%. The male literacy rate is 90.20%, while the female literacy rate is 87.23%.