Chhiwala

Chhiwala is a village located in Puraula tehsil of Uttarkashi district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 1km away from sub-district headquarter Puraula (tehsildar office) and 115km away from district headquarter Uttarkashi. As per 2009 stats, Devdhung is the gram panchayat of Chhiwala village.

Here you can discover what makes Chhiwala unique in its vibrant Puraula-Uttarkashi region. You’ll see Chhiwala’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Chhiwala

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chhiwala is 040137. The village spans a total geographical area of 43.84 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249185. Barkot is nearest town to Chhiwala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.

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Population of Chhiwala

According to the 2011 Census, Chhiwala has a total population of about 425, with approximately 228 males and 197 females. The sex ratio is around 864 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 54 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 153 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 7. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.06%, with male literacy at about 77.19% and female literacy near 63.96%. There are around 97 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chhiwala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 425 228 197
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 54 32 22
Scheduled Castes (SC) 153 78 75
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 7 3 4
Literate Population 302 176 126
Illiterate Population 123 52 71

Connectivity of Chhiwala

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Chhiwala

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Chhiwala

Where is Chhiwala located?
Chhiwala village is situated in Puraula Tehsil, within the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhiwala?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhiwala is Devdhung (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Chhiwala?
The pincode of Chhiwala is 249185, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chhiwala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chhiwala is 425, with 228 males and 197 females.
How many households are there in Chhiwala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chhiwala village has a total of 97 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhiwala as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chhiwala is 71.06%. The male literacy rate is 77.19%, while the female literacy rate is 63.96%.