Chewa
Chewa is a village located in Budgam tehsil of Badgam district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 15km away from Budgam, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Chewa village. As per 2009 stats, Chewa village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chewa unique in its vibrant Budgam-Badgam region. You’ll see Chewa’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 Chewa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chewa is 000629. The village spans a total geographical area of 87 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 191111. Badgam is nearest town to Chewa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Chewa
Population of Chewa
According to the 2011 Census, Chewa has a total population of about 1,313, with approximately 712 males and 601 females. The sex ratio is around 844 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 250 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 44.78%, with male literacy at about 54.21% and female literacy near 33.61%. There are around 184 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chewa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,313 | 712 | 601 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 250 | 129 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 588 | 386 | 202 |
| Illiterate Population | 725 | 326 | 399 |
Connectivity of Chewa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chewa. As per the 2011 stats, Chewa 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chewa
Knowing the nearby villages of Chewa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chewa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chewa
- Where is Chewa located?
- Chewa village is situated in Budgam Tehsil, within the Badgam district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chewa?
- Chewa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chewa?
- The pincode of Chewa is 191111, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chewa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chewa is 1,313, with 712 males and 601 females.
- How many households are there in Chewa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chewa village has a total of 184 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chewa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chewa is 44.78%. The male literacy rate is 54.21%, while the female literacy rate is 33.61%.