Chawan

Chawan is a village located in Shopian tehsil of Shupiyan district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 16km away from Shopian, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Chawan village.

Chawan has its own place in the vibrant Shupiyan 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 Chawan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chawan is 003379. The village spans a total geographical area of 229.1 hectares. Shopiyan is nearest town to Chawan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.

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Population of Chawan

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,996 1,047 949
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 360 185 175
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 276 136 140
Literate Population 869 552 317
Illiterate Population 1,127 495 632

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

  • The total population of Chawan village is around 1,996, including approximately 1,047 males and 949 females, with a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 360 children aged 0–6 years in Chawan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Chawan village has 276 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Chawan village is about 43.54%, with male literacy at 52.72% and female literacy at 33.40%.
  • There are around 372 households in Chawan village.

Connectivity of Chawan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chawan. As per the 2011 stats, Chawan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Chawan

Knowing the nearby villages of Chawan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chawan.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Chawan

Where is Chawan located?
Chawan village is situated in Shopian Tehsil, within the Shupiyan district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the population of Chawan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chawan is 1,996, with 1,047 males and 949 females.
How many households are there in Chawan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chawan village has a total of 372 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chawan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chawan is 43.54%. The male literacy rate is 52.72%, while the female literacy rate is 33.40%.