Chegsu
Chegsu is a village located in Thathri tehsil of Doda district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Thathri (tehsildar office) and 27km away from district headquarter Doda. As per 2009 stats, Chagsoo is the gram panchayat of Chegsu village.
Chegsu 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 Chegsu
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chegsu is 004264. The village spans a total geographical area of 171.2 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 182203. Doda is nearest town to Chegsu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chegsu 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 Chegsu
Population of Chegsu
Below is a concise population overview of Chegsu 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 | 647 | 315 | 332 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 53 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 255 | 116 | 139 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 381 | 224 | 157 |
| Illiterate Population | 266 | 91 | 175 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chegsu village:
- The total population of Chegsu village is around 647, including approximately 315 males and 332 females, with a sex ratio of 1053 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 106 children aged 0–6 years in Chegsu village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chegsu village has 255 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Chegsu village is about 58.89%, with male literacy at 71.11% and female literacy at 47.29%.
- There are around 120 households in Chegsu village.
Connectivity of Chegsu
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chegsu. As per the 2011 stats, Chegsu had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chegsu
Knowing the nearby villages of Chegsu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chegsu.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chegsu
- Where is Chegsu located?
- Chegsu village is situated in Thathri Tehsil, within the Doda district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chegsu?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chegsu is Chagsoo (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chegsu?
- The pincode of Chegsu is 182203, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chegsu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chegsu is 647, with 315 males and 332 females.
- How many households are there in Chegsu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chegsu village has a total of 120 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chegsu as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chegsu is 58.89%. The male literacy rate is 71.11%, while the female literacy rate is 47.29%.