Chawashera - Ghansali, Tehri Garhwal
Chawashera is a village situated in the Ghansali tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghansali and around 75 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chawashera is 042917. The village covers a total geographical area of 5.4 hectares and falls under the 249155 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Chawashera is administered under an Urban Local Body. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghanshali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chawashera
According to the 2011 Census, Chawashera village had a total population of 740 people, including 397 males and 343 females, living in 163 households. The sex ratio was 864 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.29%, with male literacy at 96.03% and female literacy at 83.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 49, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 7.
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 | 740 | 397 | 343 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 44 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 25 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 586 | 339 | 247 |
| Illiterate Population | 154 | 58 | 96 |
Nearby Villages of Chawashera
Chawashera 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 Chawashera
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tehri to Chawashera is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Chawashera is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Chawashera
Where is Chawashera located?
Chawashera village is located in Ghansali Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the pincode of Chawashera?
The pincode of Chawashera is 249155.
What is the population of Chawashera?
Chawashera had a total population of 740, including 397 males and 343 females.
How many households are there in Chawashera?
Chawashera had 163 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chawashera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chawashera was 90.29%. Male literacy was 96.03% and female literacy was 83.45%.