Changa
About Changa
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Changa village is 004380. Changa village is located in Gandoh tehsil of Doda district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Gandoh (tehsildar office) and 66km away from district headquarter Doda. As per 2009 stats, Changa B is the gram panchayat of Changa village.
The total geographical area of village is 77.7 hectares. Changa has a total population of 2,396 peoples, out of which male population is 1,217 while female population is 1,179. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 968 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of changa village is 56.84% out of which 68.94% males and 44.36% females are literate. There are about 453 houses in changa village. Pincode of changa village locality is 182203.
When it comes to administration, Changa village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Changa village comes under Bhaderwah Vidhan Sabha constituency & Udhampur  Lok Sabha constituency. Doda is nearest town to changa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 60km away.
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Population of Changa
The population details of Changa cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,396 | 1,217 | 1,179 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 392 | 201 | 191 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,362 | 839 | 523 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,034 | 378 | 656 |
Connectivity of Changa
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Changa
Where is Changa located?
Changa village is situated in Gandoh Tehsil, within the Doda district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Changa?
The Gram Panchayat of Changa is Changa B (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Changa?
The pincode of Changa is 182203, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Changa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Changa is 2,396, with 1,217 males and 1,179 females.
How many households are there in Changa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Changa village has a total of 453 households.
What is the literacy rate in Changa as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Changa is 56.84%. The male literacy rate is 68.94%, while the female literacy rate is 44.36%.