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.
Chigial has its own place in the vibrant Jammu 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 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.
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Population of Chigial
Below is a concise population overview of Chigial 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 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chigial village:
- The total population of Chigial village is around 340, including approximately 167 males and 173 females, with a sex ratio of 1035 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 52 children aged 0–6 years in Chigial village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chigial village has 13 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 31 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Chigial village is about 63.82%, with male literacy at 75.45% and female literacy at 52.60%.
- There are around 58 households in Chigial village.
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%.