Chowa

Chowa is a village located in Bhandara tehsil of Bhandara district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Bhandara (tehsildar office) and 18km away from district headquarter Bhandara. As per 2009 stats, Chowa village is also a gram panchayat.

Chowa has its own place in the vibrant Bhandara region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Chowa

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chowa is 537041. The village spans a total geographical area of 545.32 hectares. Bhandara is nearest town to Chowa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.

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Population of Chowa

Below is a concise population overview of Chowa as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,261 614 647
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 149 76 73
Scheduled Castes (SC) 108 56 52
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 10 4 6
Literate Population 867 471 396
Illiterate Population 394 143 251

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chowa village:

  • The total population of Chowa village is around 1,261, including approximately 614 males and 647 females, with a sex ratio of 1053 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 149 children aged 0–6 years in Chowa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Chowa village has 108 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 10 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Chowa village is about 68.75%, with male literacy at 76.71% and female literacy at 61.21%.
  • There are around 293 households in Chowa village.

Connectivity of Chowa

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chowa. As per the 2011 stats, Chowa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Chowa

Knowing the nearby villages of Chowa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chowa.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Chowa

Where is Chowa located?
Chowa village is situated in Bhandara Tehsil, within the Bhandara district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chowa?
Chowa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Chowa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chowa is 1,261, with 614 males and 647 females.
How many households are there in Chowa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chowa village has a total of 293 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chowa as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chowa is 68.75%. The male literacy rate is 76.71%, while the female literacy rate is 61.21%.