Chanti Bala
Chanti Bala is a village located in Gandoh tehsil of Doda district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Gandoh (tehsildar office) and 90km away from district headquarter Doda. As per 2009 stats, Chantibala is the gram panchayat of Chanti Bala village.
Here you can discover what makes Chanti Bala unique in its vibrant Gandoh-Doda region. You’ll see Chanti Bala’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 Chanti Bala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chanti Bala is 004394. The village spans a total geographical area of 157.4 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 182203. Doda is nearest town to Chanti Bala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 70km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chanti Bala 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 Chanti Bala
Population of Chanti Bala
According to the 2011 Census, Chanti Bala has a total population of about 703, with approximately 357 males and 346 females. The sex ratio is around 969 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 151 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 269. The overall literacy rate is approximately 43.24%, with male literacy at about 53.22% and female literacy near 32.95%. There are around 140 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chanti Bala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 703 | 357 | 346 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 151 | 83 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 269 | 150 | 119 |
| Literate Population | 304 | 190 | 114 |
| Illiterate Population | 399 | 167 | 232 |
Connectivity of Chanti Bala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chanti Bala. As per the 2011 stats, Chanti Bala 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 Chanti Bala
Knowing the nearby villages of Chanti Bala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chanti Bala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chanti Bala
- Where is Chanti Bala located?
- Chanti Bala village is situated in Gandoh Tehsil, within the Doda district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chanti Bala?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chanti Bala is Chantibala (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chanti Bala?
- The pincode of Chanti Bala is 182203, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chanti Bala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chanti Bala is 703, with 357 males and 346 females.
- How many households are there in Chanti Bala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chanti Bala village has a total of 140 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chanti Bala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chanti Bala is 43.24%. The male literacy rate is 53.22%, while the female literacy rate is 32.95%.