Chhatroo - Chhatroo, Kishtwar
Chhatroo is a village situated in the Chhatroo tehsil of Kishtwar district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chhatroo and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Kishtwar. Chatroo Lower-a serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhatroo village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhatroo is 004760. The village covers a total geographical area of 4002.4 hectares and falls under the 182205 pincode. Kishtwar is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Chhatroo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Inderwal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chhatroo
As per Census 2011, Chhatroo village has a total population of 6,944 people, consisting of 3,602 males and 3,342 females. The village has 1,530 households and a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,390 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,685 literate and 4,259 illiterate residents. Additionally, 444 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,581 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chhatroo are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,944 | 3,602 | 3,342 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,390 | 712 | 678 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 444 | 233 | 211 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,581 | 1,345 | 1,236 |
| Literate Population | 2,685 | 1,747 | 938 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,259 | 1,855 | 2,404 |
Nearby Villages of Chhatroo
Chhatroo is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Rahalthal | South-East | 9.05 km |
| Chingam | North | 10.46 km |
| Tagood | East | 13.62 km |
| Pakalan | South-East | 15.47 km |
| Palmar | East | 16.86 km |
| Dharbadan | South-East | 17.28 km |
| Hanzal | North-East | 18.53 km |
| Keshwan | South | 19.41 km |
| Matta | South-East | 20.35 km |
| Lopara | East | 21.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chhatroo
Public transport in the Chhatroo is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Anantnag, while the nearest airport is Sheikh Ul Alam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kishtwar to Chhatroo is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhatroo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhatroo village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chhatroo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhatroo village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chhatroo
Where is Chhatroo located?
Chhatroo village is located in Chhatroo Tehsil, Kishtwar district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhatroo?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhatroo is Chatroo Lower-a.
What is the pincode of Chhatroo?
The pincode of Chhatroo is 182205.
What is the population of Chhatroo?
Chhatroo has a total population of 6,944, including 3,602 males and 3,342 females.
How many households are there in Chhatroo?
There are 1,530 households in Chhatroo.
What is the literacy rate in Chhatroo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhatroo is 38.67%. Male literacy is 48.50% and female literacy is 28.07%.