Chewa - Sonawari, Bandipora
Chewa is a village situated in the Sonawari tehsil of Bandipora district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 6 km from Sonawari and around 25 km from Bandipora. Chewa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chewa is 002796. The village covers a total geographical area of 371.9 hectares and falls under the 193504 pincode. Sumbal is the nearest town, located about 0.6 km away.
Chewa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bandipora Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chewa
As per Census 2011, Chewa village has a total population of 3,278 people, consisting of 1,688 males and 1,590 females. The village has 460 households and a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males. There are 527 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,666 literate and 1,612 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chewa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,278 | 1,688 | 1,590 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 527 | 282 | 245 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,666 | 1,027 | 639 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,612 | 661 | 951 |
Nearby Villages of Chewa
Chewa is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Chewa
Chewa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sumbal to Chewa is about 0.6 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bandipora to Chewa is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chewa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chewa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chewa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chewa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chewa
Where is Chewa located?
Chewa village is located in Sonawari Tehsil, Bandipora district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chewa?
Chewa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chewa?
The pincode of Chewa is 193504.
What is the population of Chewa?
Chewa has a total population of 3,278, including 1,688 males and 1,590 females.
How many households are there in Chewa?
There are 460 households in Chewa.
What is the literacy rate in Chewa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chewa is 50.82%. Male literacy is 60.84% and female literacy is 40.19%.