Chammu - Ismailabad St, Kurukshetra
Chammu is a village situated in the Ismailabad St tehsil of Kurukshetra district, Haryana. It is located approximately 22 km from Pehowa and around 30 km from Kurukshetra. Chammu Kalan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chammu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chammu is 058373. The village covers a total geographical area of 779 hectares and falls under the 136129 pincode. Kurukshtera is the nearest town.
Chammu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahbad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kurukshetra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chammu
According to the 2011 Census, Chammu village had a total population of 2,041 people, including 1,080 males and 961 females, living in 397 households. The sex ratio was 890 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.70%, with male literacy at 74.60% and female literacy at 64.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 535.
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 | 2,041 | 1,080 | 961 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 259 | 143 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 535 | 287 | 248 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,242 | 699 | 543 |
| Illiterate Population | 799 | 381 | 418 |
Nearby Villages of Chammu
Chammu 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 Chammu
Chammu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Kurukshetra to Chammu is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chammu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chammu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chammu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chammu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chammu
Where is Chammu located?
Chammu village is located in Ismailabad St Tehsil, Kurukshetra district, Haryana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chammu?
The Gram Panchayat of Chammu is Chammu Kalan.
What is the pincode of Chammu?
The pincode of Chammu is 136129.
What is the population of Chammu?
Chammu had a total population of 2,041, including 1,080 males and 961 females.
How many households are there in Chammu?
Chammu had 397 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chammu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chammu was 69.70%. Male literacy was 74.60% and female literacy was 64.26%.