Chiwan
Chiwan is a village located in Mori tehsil of Uttarkashi district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 60km away from sub-district headquarter Mori (tehsildar office) and 214km away from district headquarter Uttarkashi. As per 2009 stats, Chinwa is the gram panchayat of Chiwan village.
Chiwan has its own place in the vibrant Uttarkashi 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 Chiwan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chiwan is 040188. The village spans a total geographical area of 75.82 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249128. Rohadoo is nearest town to Chiwan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 50km away.
Google Map of Chiwan
Population of Chiwan
Below is a concise population overview of Chiwan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 279 | 145 | 134 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 21 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 25 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 176 | 103 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 103 | 42 | 61 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chiwan village:
- The total population of Chiwan village is around 279, including approximately 145 males and 134 females, with a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 38 children aged 0–6 years in Chiwan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chiwan village has 41 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Chiwan village is about 63.08%, with male literacy at 71.03% and female literacy at 54.48%.
- There are around 62 households in Chiwan village.
Connectivity of Chiwan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chiwan. As per the 2011 stats, Chiwan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chiwan
Knowing the nearby villages of Chiwan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chiwan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chiwan
- Where is Chiwan located?
- Chiwan village is situated in Mori Tehsil, within the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chiwan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chiwan is Chinwa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chiwan?
- The pincode of Chiwan is 249128, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chiwan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chiwan is 279, with 145 males and 134 females.
- How many households are there in Chiwan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chiwan village has a total of 62 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chiwan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chiwan is 63.08%. The male literacy rate is 71.03%, while the female literacy rate is 54.48%.