Seri Chowan
Seri Chowan is a village located in Haveli tehsil of Punch district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Haveli (tehsildar office) and 13km away from district headquarter Punch. As per 2009 stats, Seri Chowana is the gram panchayat of Seri Chowan village.
Here you can discover what makes Seri Chowan unique in its vibrant Haveli-Punch region. You’ll see Seri Chowan’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 Seri Chowan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Seri Chowan is 001130. The village spans a total geographical area of 570 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 185101. Punch is nearest town to Seri Chowan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
When it comes to local governance, Seri Chowan 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 Suran kote Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jammu Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Seri Chowan
Population of Seri Chowan
According to the 2011 Census, Seri Chowan has a total population of about 2,978, with approximately 1,568 males and 1,410 females. The sex ratio is around 899 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 535 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 741. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.73%, with male literacy at about 69.77% and female literacy near 46.45%. There are around 648 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Seri Chowan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,978 | 1,568 | 1,410 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 535 | 277 | 258 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 741 | 392 | 349 |
| Literate Population | 1,749 | 1,094 | 655 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,229 | 474 | 755 |
Connectivity of Seri Chowan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Seri Chowan. As per the 2011 stats, Seri Chowan 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 Seri Chowan
Knowing the nearby villages of Seri Chowan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Seri Chowan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Seri Chowan
- Where is Seri Chowan located?
- Seri Chowan village is situated in Haveli Tehsil, within the Punch district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Seri Chowan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Seri Chowan is Seri Chowana (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Seri Chowan?
- The pincode of Seri Chowan is 185101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Seri Chowan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Seri Chowan is 2,978, with 1,568 males and 1,410 females.
- How many households are there in Seri Chowan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Seri Chowan village has a total of 648 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Seri Chowan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Seri Chowan is 58.73%. The male literacy rate is 69.77%, while the female literacy rate is 46.45%.