Chigial
Chigial is a village located in Akhnoor tehsil of Jammu district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 32km away from sub-district headquarter Akhnoor (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Jammu. As per 2009 stats, Gangal is the gram panchayat of Chigial village.
Here you can discover what makes Chigial unique in its vibrant Akhnoor-Jammu region. You’ll see Chigial’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 Chigial
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chigial is 005454. The village spans a total geographical area of 456.1 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 185154. Akhnoor is nearest town to Chigial village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.
Google Map of Chigial
Population of Chigial
According to the 2011 Census, Chigial has a total population of about 340, with approximately 167 males and 173 females. The sex ratio is around 1035 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 52 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 13 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 31. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.82%, with male literacy at about 75.45% and female literacy near 52.60%. There are around 58 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chigial's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 340 | 167 | 173 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 19 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 31 | 17 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 217 | 126 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 123 | 41 | 82 |
Connectivity of Chigial
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chigial. As per the 2011 stats, Chigial 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 Chigial
Knowing the nearby villages of Chigial helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chigial.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chigial
- Where is Chigial located?
- Chigial village is situated in Akhnoor Tehsil, within the Jammu district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chigial?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chigial is Gangal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chigial?
- The pincode of Chigial is 185154, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chigial as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chigial is 340, with 167 males and 173 females.
- How many households are there in Chigial as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chigial village has a total of 58 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chigial as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chigial is 63.82%. The male literacy rate is 75.45%, while the female literacy rate is 52.60%.