Chuwas - Fatehpur, Sikar
Chuwas is a village situated in the Fatehpur tehsil of Sikar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Fatehpur and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Sikar. Bathod serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chuwas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chuwas is 081293. The village covers a total geographical area of 853.43 hectares and falls under the 332301 pincode. Fatehpur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Chuwas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Fatehpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhunjhunu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chuwas
As per Census 2011, Chuwas village has a total population of 1,550 people, consisting of 820 males and 730 females. The village has 291 households and a sex ratio of 890 females per 1,000 males. There are 153 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,081 literate and 469 illiterate residents. Additionally, 221 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chuwas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,550 | 820 | 730 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 153 | 86 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 221 | 115 | 106 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,081 | 663 | 418 |
| Illiterate Population | 469 | 157 | 312 |
Nearby Villages of Chuwas
Chuwas is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Rinau | North-East | 2.13 km |
| Naya Bas | West | 2.59 km |
| Narsara (hardayalpura) | South-East | 3.56 km |
| Bibipur Bara | South | 3.57 km |
| Mandela Chhota | North | 4.07 km |
| Bheekamsara | North-West | 4.23 km |
| Bibipur Chhota | South-West | 4.36 km |
| Banthod | South-East | 4.82 km |
| Mandela Bara | North-West | 5.04 km |
| Harsawa Bara | East | 5.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chuwas
Chuwas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Fatehpur Shekhawati, while the nearest airport is Kishangarh Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 121.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Fatehpur to Chuwas is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sikar to Chuwas is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chuwas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chuwas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chuwas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chuwas 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Chuwas
Where is Chuwas located?
Chuwas village is located in Fatehpur Tehsil, Sikar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chuwas?
The Gram Panchayat of Chuwas is Bathod.
What is the pincode of Chuwas?
The pincode of Chuwas is 332301.
What is the population of Chuwas?
Chuwas has a total population of 1,550, including 820 males and 730 females.
How many households are there in Chuwas?
There are 291 households in Chuwas.
What is the literacy rate in Chuwas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chuwas is 69.74%. Male literacy is 80.85% and female literacy is 57.26%.