Cherwan - Kangan, Ganderbal
Cherwan is a village situated in the Kangan tehsil of Ganderbal district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kangan and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Gaderbal. Cherwan A serves as the Gram Panchayat for Cherwan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Cherwan is 002909. The village covers a total geographical area of 292.2 hectares and falls under the 191202 pincode. Ganderbal is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Cherwan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kangan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Cherwan
As per Census 2011, Cherwan village has a total population of 2,706 people, consisting of 1,236 males and 1,470 females. The village has 386 households and a sex ratio of 1,189 females per 1,000 males. There are 370 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,414 literate and 1,292 illiterate residents. Additionally, 224 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Cherwan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,706 | 1,236 | 1,470 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 370 | 182 | 188 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 224 | 119 | 105 |
| Literate Population | 1,414 | 769 | 645 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,292 | 467 | 825 |
Nearby Villages of Cherwan
Cherwan 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 Cherwan
Cherwan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Cherwan has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ganderbal to Cherwan is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaderbal to Cherwan is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Cherwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Cherwan 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 Cherwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Cherwan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Cherwan
Where is Cherwan located?
Cherwan village is located in Kangan Tehsil, Ganderbal district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Cherwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Cherwan is Cherwan A.
What is the pincode of Cherwan?
The pincode of Cherwan is 191202.
What is the population of Cherwan?
Cherwan has a total population of 2,706, including 1,236 males and 1,470 females.
How many households are there in Cherwan?
There are 386 households in Cherwan.
What is the literacy rate in Cherwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Cherwan is 52.25%. Male literacy is 62.22% and female literacy is 43.88%.