Chewa

Chewa is a village located in Sonawari tehsil of Bandipore district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Sonawari (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Bandipora.

Chewa has its own place in the vibrant Bandipore region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Chewa

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chewa is 002796. The village spans a total geographical area of 371.9 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 193504. Sumbal is nearest town to Chewa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 0.6km away.

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Population of Chewa

Below is a concise population overview of Chewa as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,278 1,688 1,590
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 527 282 245
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 7 3 4
Literate Population 1,666 1,027 639
Illiterate Population 1,612 661 951

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chewa village:

  • The total population of Chewa village is around 3,278, including approximately 1,688 males and 1,590 females, with a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 527 children aged 0–6 years in Chewa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Chewa village has 7 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Chewa village is about 50.82%, with male literacy at 60.84% and female literacy at 40.19%.
  • There are around 460 households in Chewa village.

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.

Push Wari Gund Ramzan Gulshan Pora Asham Zani Pora Hilal Abad Shilvat Shadi Pora Rakh Shilvat Gund Nowgam Nowgam

Frequently Asked Questions about Chewa

Where is Chewa located?
Chewa village is situated in Sonawari Tehsil, within the Bandipore district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the pincode of Chewa?
The pincode of Chewa is 193504, 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 3,278, with 1,688 males and 1,590 females.
How many households are there in Chewa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chewa village has a total of 460 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chewa as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chewa is 50.82%. The male literacy rate is 60.84%, while the female literacy rate is 40.19%.