Chugal
Chugal is a village located in Handwara tehsil of Kupwara district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Handwara (tehsildar office) and 10km away from district headquarter Kupwara. As per 2009 stats, Chogal is the gram panchayat of Chugal village.
Here you can discover what makes Chugal unique in its vibrant Handwara-Kupwara region. You’ll see Chugal’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 Chugal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chugal is 000178. The village spans a total geographical area of 236 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 193221. Handwara is nearest town to Chugal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 2km away.
Google Map of Chugal
Population of Chugal
According to the 2011 Census, Chugal has a total population of about 1,907, with approximately 983 males and 924 females. The sex ratio is around 939 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 320 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 51.39%, with male literacy at about 61.24% and female literacy near 40.91%. There are around 309 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chugal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,907 | 983 | 924 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 320 | 169 | 151 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 980 | 602 | 378 |
| Illiterate Population | 927 | 381 | 546 |
Connectivity of Chugal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chugal. As per the 2011 stats, Chugal 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chugal
Knowing the nearby villages of Chugal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chugal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chugal
- Where is Chugal located?
- Chugal village is situated in Handwara Tehsil, within the Kupwara district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chugal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chugal is Chogal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chugal?
- The pincode of Chugal is 193221, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chugal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chugal is 1,907, with 983 males and 924 females.
- How many households are there in Chugal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chugal village has a total of 309 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chugal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chugal is 51.39%. The male literacy rate is 61.24%, while the female literacy rate is 40.91%.