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.

Chertu has its own place in the vibrant Badgam region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Chertu

Below is a concise population overview of Chertu as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chertu village:

  • The total population of Chertu village is around 566, including approximately 314 males and 252 females, with a sex ratio of 802 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 114 children aged 0–6 years in Chertu village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Chertu village is about 47.00%, with male literacy at 50.96% and female literacy at 42.06%.
  • There are around 56 households in Chertu village.

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)
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.

Gund Dervesh Harawanian Gund Panah Krale New Rakh Wacho Para Pora Saifulla Wachoo Rawal Pora Beerua Nande Pora Warahgam Qumroo Bras

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%.