Chewdara - Beerwah, Budgam
Chewdara is a village situated in the Beerwah tehsil of Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 3 km from Beerwah and around 23 km from Budgam. Chewdara A serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chewdara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chewdara is 000488. The village covers a total geographical area of 249.7 hectares and falls under the 193411 pincode. Beerwah is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Chewdara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Beerwah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chewdara
According to the 2011 Census, Chewdara village had a total population of 4,161 people, including 2,264 males and 1,897 females, living in 626 households. The sex ratio was 838 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.08%, with male literacy at 74.53% and female literacy at 56.56%.
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 | 4,161 | 2,264 | 1,897 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 824 | 497 | 327 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,205 | 1,317 | 888 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,956 | 947 | 1,009 |
Nearby Villages of Chewdara
Chewdara 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 Chewdara
Chewdara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Beerwah to Chewdara is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Budgam to Chewdara is about 23 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 Chewdara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chewdara 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 Chewdara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chewdara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chewdara
Where is Chewdara located?
Chewdara village is located in Beerwah Tehsil, Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chewdara?
The Gram Panchayat of Chewdara is Chewdara A.
What is the pincode of Chewdara?
The pincode of Chewdara is 193411.
What is the population of Chewdara?
Chewdara had a total population of 4,161, including 2,264 males and 1,897 females.
How many households are there in Chewdara?
Chewdara had 626 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chewdara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chewdara was 66.08%. Male literacy was 74.53% and female literacy was 56.56%.