Chewa - Narbal, Budgam
Chewa is a village situated in the Narbal tehsil of Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 15 km from Budgam and around 15 km from Budgam. Chewa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chewa is 000629. The village covers a total geographical area of 87 hectares and falls under the 193401 pincode. Badgam is the nearest town, located about 15 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 Budgam 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 1,313 people, including 712 males and 601 females, living in 184 households. The sex ratio was 844 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.32%, with male literacy at 66.21% and female literacy at 42.08%.
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 | 1,313 | 712 | 601 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 250 | 129 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 588 | 386 | 202 |
| Illiterate Population | 725 | 326 | 399 |
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 shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Chewa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Badgam to Chewa is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Budgam to Chewa is about 15 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 5-10 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| 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 Narbal Tehsil, Budgam 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 193401.
What is the population of Chewa?
Chewa had a total population of 1,313, including 712 males and 601 females.
How many households are there in Chewa?
Chewa had 184 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chewa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chewa was 55.32%. Male literacy was 66.21% and female literacy was 42.08%.