Chowan - Keller, Shopian
Chowan is a village situated in the Keller tehsil of Shopian district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 16 km from Shopian and around 16 km from Shopian. Chown serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Chowan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chowan is 003379. The village covers a total geographical area of 229.1 hectares and falls under the 192303 pincode. Shopiyan is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Chowan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chowan
According to the 2011 Census, Chowan village had a total population of 1,996 people, including 1,047 males and 949 females, living in 372 households. The sex ratio was 906 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.12%, with male literacy at 64.04% and female literacy at 40.96%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 276.
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 | 1,996 | 1,047 | 949 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 360 | 185 | 175 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 276 | 136 | 140 |
| Literate Population | 869 | 552 | 317 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,127 | 495 | 632 |
Nearby Villages of Chowan
Chowan 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 Chowan
Chowan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Shopiyan to Chowan is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shopian to Chowan is about 16 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 Chowan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chowan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chowan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chowan 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Chowan
Where is Chowan located?
Chowan village is located in Keller Tehsil, Shopian district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Chowan?
The Halqa Panchayat of Chowan is Chown.
What is the pincode of Chowan?
The pincode of Chowan is 192303.
What is the population of Chowan?
Chowan had a total population of 1,996, including 1,047 males and 949 females.
How many households are there in Chowan?
Chowan had 372 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chowan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chowan was 53.12%. Male literacy was 64.04% and female literacy was 40.96%.