Chalchihuitán

Learn about large village of Chalchihuitán through its pictures, maps and population statistics.

All the information about this town of 1,976 inhabitants of the State of Chiapas

The town of Chalchihuitán belongs to the municipality of Chalchihuitán (State of Chiapas). There are 1,976 inhabitants and it is 1,463 meters altitude. The Magical Town of San Cristobal de las Casas is 50 minutes away by car (34 km). In the list of the most populated towns of the whole municipality, it is the number #2 of the ranking.

Last Update: 29.05.2024

Data: In Chalchihuitán, 28% of the inhabitants are catholic and 3% of the housings are equipped with a washing machine. At the bottom of this page you will find more information.

#1 Where is Chalchihuitán? How to go? Map

How to get to the town of Chalchihuitán in Chiapas? Using this map, use the controls to zoom in and out on the village and others in the vicinity to see the direct route, and to be able to plan, for example, hiking activities in Chalchihuitán.

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#2 The population of Chalchihuitán (Chiapas) is 1,976 inhabitants

Population data in Chalchihuitán
YearFemale InhabitantsMale inhabitantsTotal population
20209929841976
20105455091054
20057917771568
Evolution of the population in Chalchihuitán: Total   Men   Women
Other demographic data in Chalchihuitán:
20202010
Fertility rate (children per woman):2.748.64
Population coming from outside the State of Chiapas:0.40%0.00%
Illiterate population:10.32%14.61%
Illiterate population (men):3.04%8.64%
Illiterate population (women):7.29%20.18%
Schooling level:6.525.44
Schooling level (men):7.196.44
Schooling level (women):5.94.50
Indigenous culture data in Chalchihuitán:
20202010
Percentage of indigenous population:99.14%98.01%
Percentage speaking an indigenous language:83.25%83.97%
Percentage who speak an indigenous language and do not speak Spanish:29.20%41.46%
Comparison of percentages of indigenous population in the town of Chalchihuitán, compared with its municipality, with the percentage in the State of Chiapas, and in the country as a whole.

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Unemployment, economy and housing data in Chalchihuitán:
20202010
Employed population over 12 years:26.92%23.43%
Employed population over 12 years (men):41.16%42.24%
Employed population over 12 years (women):12.80%5.87%
Number of inhabited private housings:437837
Homes with electricity:91.53%74.66%
Homes with piped water:91.08%76.02%
Homes with a toilet or sanitary facilities:67.51%83.26%
Homes with a radio:36.84%41.18%
Homes with a television:49.20%37.56%
Homes with a refrigerator:23.11%10.86%
Homes with a washing machine:3.20%0.45%
Homes with a car:11.90%7.24%
Households with personal computer, laptop or tablet:6.64%2.71%
Homes with landline telephone:1.83%6.33%
Homes with cell phones:71.62%17.65%
Homes with Internet:8.01%0.90%
Comparison of percentages of single persons in Chalchihuitán (over 12 years), comparing the same percentage with the municipality, with the State of Chiapas, and with the total for the country.
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#3 Satellite photo of Chalchihuitán

Amazing satellite GPS maps of Chalchihuitán, to see from space this beautiful village, as well as the surroundings of the municipality of Chalchihuitán. You can search free satellite map (2024) of Chalchihuitán.



#4 Hotels and Accommodation near Chalchihuitán

It seems that there are no accommodations in the town of Chalchihuitán, but we have a record of the closest hotels and motels to Chalchihuitán so you can contact them:

#5 What to do in Chalchihuitán

Want to know what to see in Chalchihuitán if you are visiting this town?Here are some ideas of activities to enjoy Chalchihuitán.
Mountains in Chalchihuitán for hiking and trails:
  • Zigurat (2180 meters): 3.3 km walk (52 minutes), heading North.
  • Lanzahuítz (Cerro Zigurat) (2180 meters): 5.3 km walk (81 minutes), heading Northwest.
  • Bayumbáca (1581 meters): 5.5 km walk (92 minutes), heading Southeast.
  • Unalhuítz (2184 meters): 7.1 km walk (147 minutes), heading Northwest.
Magical Towns to visit when in Chalchihuitán:Other towns near Chalchihuitán:
  • Vista Hermosa (124 inhabitants): Located 1 km to the North (1 minutes by car)
  • Pueblo Nuevo (20 inhabitants): Located 1 km to the North (1 minutes by car)
  • Cruztón (200 inhabitants): Located 1 km to the Southeast (1 minutes by car)
  • Meonlm (77 inhabitants): Located 2 km to the Northwest (2 minutes by car)
This information is based on geographical data. Distances may vary depending on terrain, driving style or walking conditions.

#6 Population pyramid of Chalchihuitán (Chiapas)

We have compiled data on number of inhabitants of Chalchihuitán by age and gender, to show you the following population pyramid of the town, from the year 2005. You can check how the percentages of children and adults are distributed, in addition to women and men. With this data you can analyze the demographic structure, and know if in Chalchihuitán there is a generational replacement.

Data of the age pyramid of the town Chalchihuitán (inhabitants year 2020)
Age rangeNumber of womenNumber of menTotal population
Infants (0-5 years)159186345
Youth (6-14 years)246257503
Adults (15-59 years)5585071,065
Elderly (60+ years)293463

#7 Pictures of Chalchihuitán

In order for you to enjoy nature around Chalchihuitán, we have compiled a collection of sightseeing and monument pictures of the town and its surroundings. Access a completely free online image gallery of Chalchihuitán, so you can even use it as a wallpaper to always remember this beautiful town.

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#8 The Postal Code of Chalchihuitán (Chiapas) is 29850

Do you want to know the Postal Code of Chalchihuitán so that you can send postal packages and letters with complete confidence that they will arrive at their destination? Write down the following 5 digits: 29850. The first two digits of the ZIP code of Chalchihuitán ("29") correspond to the State of Chiapas, and the last three identify the town itself. As a curiosity, there may be several locations in the same State with the same Post Code.

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  7. Cruz K'Ak'Anam (158 inhabitants)
  8. Esperanza (101 inhabitants)
  9. Jolmochil (193 inhabitants)
  10. Mashilo (18 inhabitants)
  11. Palestina (111 inhabitants)
  12. Patchentic (228 inhabitants)
  13. Tulantic (215 inhabitants)
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