Chhatroo
Chhatroo is a Town and Tehsil in Kishtwar District of Jammu & Kashmir. In India, a tehsil is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Chhatroo Block (CD) is 00070. The total area of Chhatroo Tehsil is 309 km². Chhatroo has a sex ratio of approximately 932 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Chhatroo Tehsil
Chhatroo Tehsil has a total of 14 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Chhatroo Tehsil, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bhata | Bhata | Kishtwar (27 km) |
| 2 | Chhatroo | Chatroo Lower A | Kishtwar (42 km) |
| 3 | Chingam | Chingam A | Kishtwar (27 km) |
| 4 | Darbeel | Drubeel | Kishtwar (21 km) |
| 5 | Dhar | Loidhar A | Chhatroo |
| 6 | Dichar | Chatroo Upper | Kishtwar (32 km) |
| 7 | Haorna | Horna | Kishtwar (18 km) |
| 8 | Indarwal | Inderwal A | Kishtwar (40 km) |
| 9 | Kuchal | Kuchhal A | Kishtwar (32 km) |
| 10 | Mool Chetar | Mulchetar | Kishtwar (28 km) |
| 11 | Rahalthal | Rehalthal | Kishtwar (28 km) |
| 12 | Sigdee | Sigdi A | Kishtwar (38 km) |
| 13 | Tagood | Tagood | Kishtwar (32 km) |
| 14 | Udil Gojran | Chatroo Lower B | Kishtwar (32 km) |
Population of Chhatroo Tehsil
The population profile of Chhatroo Tehsil offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Chhatroo Tehsil's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 44,087 | 44,087 | N/A |
| Male Population | 22,815 | 22,815 | N/A |
| Female Population | 21,272 | 21,272 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 8,366 | 8,366 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 4,249 | 4,249 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 4,117 | 4,117 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 16,112 | 16,112 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 10,737 | 10,737 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 5,375 | 5,375 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 27,975 | 27,975 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 12,078 | 12,078 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 15,897 | 15,897 | N/A |
| Total Households | 9,729 | 9,729 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 44,087 people. Includes nearly 22,815 males and 21,272 females. Rural population is about 44,087 people.
- There are around 8,366 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 4,249 boys and 4,117 girls.
- Literate population is about 16,112 people. Non-literate population is around 27,975 people.
- There are nearly 9,729 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Chhatroo Tehsil, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 1,638 | 1,638 | N/A |
| SC Male Population | 837 | 837 | N/A |
| SC Female Population | 801 | 801 | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 11,235 | 11,235 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 5,960 | 5,960 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 5,275 | 5,275 | N/A |
| Population Density | 143 / km² | 143 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Chhatroo Tehsil is approximately 1,638 people, including 837 males and 801 females. Around 1,638 people live in rural parts.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Chhatroo Tehsil is about 11,235 people, including 5,960 males and 5,275 females. Around 11,235 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 143 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 143 people per sq. km.