Chhiwala - Puraula, Uttarkashi
Chhiwala is a village situated in the Puraula tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Puraula and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Devdhung serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhiwala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhiwala is 040137. The village covers a total geographical area of 43.84 hectares and falls under the 249185 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Chhiwala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Purola Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chhiwala
As per Census 2011, Chhiwala village has a total population of 425 people, consisting of 228 males and 197 females. The village has 97 households and a sex ratio of 864 females per 1,000 males. There are 54 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 302 literate and 123 illiterate residents. Additionally, 153 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chhiwala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Chhiwala
Chhiwala 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 Chhiwala
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Chhiwala.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Barkot to Chhiwala is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Chhiwala is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhiwala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhiwala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chhiwala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhiwala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Chhiwala
Where is Chhiwala located?
Chhiwala village is located in Puraula Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhiwala?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhiwala is Devdhung.
What is the pincode of Chhiwala?
The pincode of Chhiwala is 249185.
What is the population of Chhiwala?
Chhiwala has a total population of 425, including 228 males and 197 females.
How many households are there in Chhiwala?
There are 97 households in Chhiwala.
What is the literacy rate in Chhiwala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhiwala is 71.06%. Male literacy is 77.19% and female literacy is 63.96%.