Pindi Charkan Kalan
Pindi Charkan Kalan is a village located in Bishnah tehsil of Jammu district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Bishnah (tehsildar office) and 43km away from district headquarter Jammu. As per 2009 stats, Changia is the gram panchayat of Pindi Charkan Kalan village.
Here you can discover what makes Pindi Charkan Kalan unique in its vibrant Bishnah-Jammu region. You’ll see Pindi Charkan Kalan’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 Pindi Charkan Kalan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pindi Charkan Kalan is 006268. The village spans a total geographical area of 512.7 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 181131. Arina is nearest town to Pindi Charkan Kalan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
When it comes to local governance, Pindi Charkan Kalan 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 Bishnah Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jammu Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Pindi Charkan Kalan
Population of Pindi Charkan Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Pindi Charkan Kalan has a total population of about 1,984, with approximately 997 males and 987 females. The sex ratio is around 989 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 250 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 622 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.61%, with male literacy at about 74.52% and female literacy near 66.67%. There are around 432 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pindi Charkan Kalan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,984 | 997 | 987 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 250 | 142 | 108 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 622 | 318 | 304 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,401 | 743 | 658 |
| Illiterate Population | 583 | 254 | 329 |
Connectivity of Pindi Charkan Kalan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pindi Charkan Kalan. As per the 2011 stats, Pindi Charkan Kalan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Pindi Charkan Kalan
Knowing the nearby villages of Pindi Charkan Kalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pindi Charkan Kalan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pindi Charkan Kalan
- Where is Pindi Charkan Kalan located?
- Pindi Charkan Kalan village is situated in Bishnah Tehsil, within the Jammu district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pindi Charkan Kalan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Pindi Charkan Kalan is Changia (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Pindi Charkan Kalan?
- The pincode of Pindi Charkan Kalan is 181131, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Pindi Charkan Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pindi Charkan Kalan is 1,984, with 997 males and 987 females.
- How many households are there in Pindi Charkan Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pindi Charkan Kalan village has a total of 432 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pindi Charkan Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pindi Charkan Kalan is 70.61%. The male literacy rate is 74.52%, while the female literacy rate is 66.67%.