Chug

Chug is a village located in Atholi tehsil of Kishtwar district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 34km away from sub-district headquarter Atholi (tehsildar office) and 116km away from district headquarter Kishtwar. As per 2009 stats, Thun is the gram panchayat of Chug village.

Chug has its own place in the vibrant Kishtwar 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 Chug

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chug is 004791. The village spans a total geographical area of 500.2 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 182204. Kishtwar is nearest town to Chug village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 118km away.

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Population of Chug

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 222 114 108
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 44 23 21
Scheduled Castes (SC) 33 17 16
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 113 73 40
Illiterate Population 109 41 68

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

  • The total population of Chug village is around 222, including approximately 114 males and 108 females, with a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 44 children aged 0–6 years in Chug village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Chug village has 33 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Chug village is about 50.90%, with male literacy at 64.04% and female literacy at 37.04%.
  • There are around 31 households in Chug village.

Connectivity of Chug

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chug. As per the 2011 stats, Chug 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 Chug

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Chug

Where is Chug located?
Chug village is situated in Atholi Tehsil, within the Kishtwar district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chug?
The Gram Panchayat of Chug is Thun (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Chug?
The pincode of Chug is 182204, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chug as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chug is 222, with 114 males and 108 females.
How many households are there in Chug as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chug village has a total of 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chug as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chug is 50.90%. The male literacy rate is 64.04%, while the female literacy rate is 37.04%.