Chiwan - Mori, Uttarkashi
Chiwan is a village situated in the Mori tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 60 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mori and around 214 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Chinwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chiwan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chiwan is 040188. The village covers a total geographical area of 75.82 hectares and falls under the 249128 pincode. Rohadoo is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Chiwan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Chiwan
According to the 2011 Census, Chiwan village had a total population of 279 people, including 145 males and 134 females, living in 62 households. The sex ratio was 924 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.03%, with male literacy at 83.06% and female literacy at 62.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 41, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Chiwan
Chiwan 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 Chiwan
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Chiwan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rohadoo to Chiwan is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Chiwan is about 214 km, with the usual travel time around ~6.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chiwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chiwan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chiwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chiwan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chiwan
Where is Chiwan located?
Chiwan village is located in Mori Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chiwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Chiwan is Chinwa.
What is the pincode of Chiwan?
The pincode of Chiwan is 249128.
What is the population of Chiwan?
Chiwan had a total population of 279, including 145 males and 134 females.
How many households are there in Chiwan?
Chiwan had 62 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chiwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chiwan was 73.03%. Male literacy was 83.06% and female literacy was 62.39%.