Chamalwas
Chamalwas is a village located in Banihal tehsil of Ramban district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Banihal (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Ramban. As per 2009 stats, Chamalwas Upper is the gram panchayat of Chamalwas village.
Here you can discover what makes Chamalwas unique in its vibrant Banihal-Ramban region. You’ll see Chamalwas’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 Chamalwas
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chamalwas is 004538. The village spans a total geographical area of 1899.6 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 182146. Banihal is nearest town to Chamalwas village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Chamalwas
Population of Chamalwas
According to the 2011 Census, Chamalwas has a total population of about 8,025, with approximately 4,077 males and 3,948 females. The sex ratio is around 968 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,564 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 1,584. The overall literacy rate is approximately 38.12%, with male literacy at about 48.74% and female literacy near 27.15%. There are around 1,772 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chamalwas's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,025 | 4,077 | 3,948 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,564 | 801 | 763 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,584 | 808 | 776 |
| Literate Population | 3,059 | 1,987 | 1,072 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,966 | 2,090 | 2,876 |
Connectivity of Chamalwas
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chamalwas. As per the 2011 stats, Chamalwas had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chamalwas
Knowing the nearby villages of Chamalwas helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chamalwas.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chamalwas
- Where is Chamalwas located?
- Chamalwas village is situated in Banihal Tehsil, within the Ramban district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chamalwas?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chamalwas is Chamalwas Upper (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chamalwas?
- The pincode of Chamalwas is 182146, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chamalwas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chamalwas is 8,025, with 4,077 males and 3,948 females.
- How many households are there in Chamalwas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chamalwas village has a total of 1,772 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chamalwas as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chamalwas is 38.12%. The male literacy rate is 48.74%, while the female literacy rate is 27.15%.