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.
Chanti Bala has its own place in the vibrant Doda 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Chanti Bala as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chanti Bala village:
- The total population of Chanti Bala village is around 703, including approximately 357 males and 346 females, with a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 151 children aged 0–6 years in Chanti Bala village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chanti Bala village has 269 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Chanti Bala village is about 43.24%, with male literacy at 53.22% and female literacy at 32.95%.
- There are around 140 households in Chanti Bala village.
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%.