Chertu
Chertu is a village located in Khansahib tehsil of Badgam district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Khansahib (tehsildar office) and 27km away from district headquarter Budgam. As per 2009 stats, Kralnewa is the gram panchayat of Chertu village.
Here you can discover what makes Chertu unique in its vibrant Khansahib-Badgam region. You’ll see Chertu’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 Chertu
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chertu is 000535. The village spans a total geographical area of 31.6 hectares. Khansahib is nearest town to Chertu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
Google Map of Chertu
Population of Chertu
According to the 2011 Census, Chertu has a total population of about 566, with approximately 314 males and 252 females. The sex ratio is around 802 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 114 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 47.00%, with male literacy at about 50.96% and female literacy near 42.06%. There are around 56 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chertu's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 566 | 314 | 252 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 70 | 44 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 266 | 160 | 106 |
Illiterate Population | 300 | 154 | 146 |
Connectivity of Chertu
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chertu. As per the 2011 stats, Chertu had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chertu
Knowing the nearby villages of Chertu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chertu.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chertu
- Where is Chertu located?
- Chertu village is situated in Khansahib Tehsil, within the Badgam district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chertu?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chertu is Kralnewa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Chertu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chertu is 566, with 314 males and 252 females.
- How many households are there in Chertu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chertu village has a total of 56 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chertu as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chertu is 47.00%. The male literacy rate is 50.96%, while the female literacy rate is 42.06%.