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.
Here you can discover what makes Chawan unique in its vibrant Shopian-Shupiyan region. You’ll see Chawan’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 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.
Google Map of Chawan
Population of Chawan
According to the 2011 Census, Chawan has a total population of about 1,996, with approximately 1,047 males and 949 females. The sex ratio is around 906 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 360 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 276. The overall literacy rate is approximately 43.54%, with male literacy at about 52.72% and female literacy near 33.40%. There are around 372 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chawan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.