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.

Chamalwas has its own place in the vibrant Ramban 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 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.

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Population of Chamalwas

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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

  • The total population of Chamalwas village is around 8,025, including approximately 4,077 males and 3,948 females, with a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 1,564 children aged 0–6 years in Chamalwas village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Chamalwas village has 1,584 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Chamalwas village is about 38.12%, with male literacy at 48.74% and female literacy at 27.15%.
  • There are around 1,772 households in Chamalwas village.

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.

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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%.