Cheerwan
Cheerwan is a village located in Kangan tehsil of Ganderbal district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Kangan (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Gaderbal. As per 2009 stats, Cherwan B is the gram panchayat of Cheerwan village.
Here you can discover what makes Cheerwan unique in its vibrant Kangan-Ganderbal region. You’ll see Cheerwan’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 Cheerwan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Cheerwan is 002909. The village spans a total geographical area of 292.2 hectares. Ganderbal is nearest town to Cheerwan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
Google Map of Cheerwan
Population of Cheerwan
According to the 2011 Census, Cheerwan has a total population of about 2,706, with approximately 1,236 males and 1,470 females. The sex ratio is around 1189 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 370 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 224. The overall literacy rate is approximately 52.25%, with male literacy at about 62.22% and female literacy near 43.88%. There are around 386 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Cheerwan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,706 | 1,236 | 1,470 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 370 | 182 | 188 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 224 | 119 | 105 |
| Literate Population | 1,414 | 769 | 645 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,292 | 467 | 825 |
Connectivity of Cheerwan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Cheerwan. As per the 2011 stats, Cheerwan 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Cheerwan
Knowing the nearby villages of Cheerwan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Cheerwan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheerwan
- Where is Cheerwan located?
- Cheerwan village is situated in Kangan Tehsil, within the Ganderbal district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Cheerwan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Cheerwan is Cherwan B (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Cheerwan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Cheerwan is 2,706, with 1,236 males and 1,470 females.
- How many households are there in Cheerwan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Cheerwan village has a total of 386 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Cheerwan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Cheerwan is 52.25%. The male literacy rate is 62.22%, while the female literacy rate is 43.88%.