Chagnu

Chagnu is a village located in Thathri tehsil of Doda district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Thathri (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Doda. As per 2009 stats, Bhallara is the gram panchayat of Chagnu village.

Chagnu 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 Chagnu

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chagnu is 004286. The village spans a total geographical area of 61.5 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 182201. Doda is nearest town to Chagnu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.

When it comes to local governance, Chagnu 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.

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Population of Chagnu

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 269 131 138
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 54 26 28
Scheduled Castes (SC) 35 17 18
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 164 94 70
Illiterate Population 105 37 68

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

  • The total population of Chagnu village is around 269, including approximately 131 males and 138 females, with a sex ratio of 1053 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 54 children aged 0–6 years in Chagnu village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Chagnu village has 35 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Chagnu village is about 60.97%, with male literacy at 71.76% and female literacy at 50.72%.
  • There are around 58 households in Chagnu village.

Connectivity of Chagnu

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chagnu. As per the 2011 stats, Chagnu 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 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Chagnu

Knowing the nearby villages of Chagnu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chagnu.

Frequently Asked Questions about Chagnu

Where is Chagnu located?
Chagnu village is situated in Thathri Tehsil, within the Doda district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chagnu?
The Gram Panchayat of Chagnu is Bhallara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Chagnu?
The pincode of Chagnu is 182201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chagnu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chagnu is 269, with 131 males and 138 females.
How many households are there in Chagnu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chagnu village has a total of 58 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chagnu as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chagnu is 60.97%. The male literacy rate is 71.76%, while the female literacy rate is 50.72%.