Champal
Champal is a village located in Gandoh tehsil of Doda district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Gandoh (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Doda. As per 2009 stats, Champal village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Champal unique in its vibrant Gandoh-Doda region. You’ll see Champal’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 Champal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Champal is 004335. The village spans a total geographical area of 189 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 182203. Doda is nearest town to Champal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 70km away.
When it comes to local governance, Champal village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bhaderwah Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Udhampur  Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Champal
Population of Champal
According to the 2011 Census, Champal has a total population of about 1,269, with approximately 644 males and 625 females. The sex ratio is around 970 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 238 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 383 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 573. The overall literacy rate is approximately 42.32%, with male literacy at about 58.70% and female literacy near 25.44%. There are around 246 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Champal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,269 | 644 | 625 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 238 | 117 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 383 | 196 | 187 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 573 | 291 | 282 |
| Literate Population | 537 | 378 | 159 |
| Illiterate Population | 732 | 266 | 466 |
Connectivity of Champal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Champal. As per the 2011 stats, Champal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Champal
Knowing the nearby villages of Champal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Champal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Champal
- Where is Champal located?
- Champal village is situated in Gandoh Tehsil, within the Doda district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Champal?
- Champal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Champal?
- The pincode of Champal is 182203, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Champal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Champal is 1,269, with 644 males and 625 females.
- How many households are there in Champal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Champal village has a total of 246 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Champal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Champal is 42.32%. The male literacy rate is 58.70%, while the female literacy rate is 25.44%.