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 Halqa 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
According to the 2011 Census, Chewa village had a total population of 3,278 people, including 1,688 males and 1,590 females, living in 460 households. The sex ratio was 942 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.56%, with male literacy at 73.04% and female literacy at 47.51%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 7.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,278 | 1,688 | 1,590 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 527 | 282 | 245 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 Halqa Panchayat of Chewa?
Chewa is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chewa?
The pincode of Chewa is 193504.
What is the population of Chewa?
Chewa had a total population of 3,278, including 1,688 males and 1,590 females.
How many households are there in Chewa?
Chewa had 460 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chewa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chewa was 60.56%. Male literacy was 73.04% and female literacy was 47.51%.