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.
Chugal has its own place in the vibrant Kupwara 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Chugal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chugal village:
- The total population of Chugal village is around 1,907, including approximately 983 males and 924 females, with a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 320 children aged 0–6 years in Chugal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- The literacy rate of Chugal village is about 51.39%, with male literacy at 61.24% and female literacy at 40.91%.
- There are around 309 households in Chugal village.
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) |
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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%.