Chhajla
Chhajla is a village located in Mendhar tehsil of Punch district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Mendhar (tehsildar office) and 26km away from district headquarter Punch. As per 2009 stats, Chhajala Upper is the gram panchayat of Chhajla village.
Here you can discover what makes Chhajla unique in its vibrant Mendhar-Punch region. You’ll see Chhajla’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 Chhajla
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chhajla is 001197. The village spans a total geographical area of 2144 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 185111. Punch is nearest town to Chhajla village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.
Google Map of Chhajla
Population of Chhajla
According to the 2011 Census, Chhajla has a total population of about 6,558, with approximately 3,228 males and 3,330 females. The sex ratio is around 1031 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,184 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 3,563. The overall literacy rate is approximately 51.42%, with male literacy at about 61.99% and female literacy near 41.17%. There are around 1,144 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chhajla's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,558 | 3,228 | 3,330 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,184 | 621 | 563 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,563 | 1,781 | 1,782 |
| Literate Population | 3,372 | 2,001 | 1,371 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,186 | 1,227 | 1,959 |
Connectivity of Chhajla
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chhajla. As per the 2011 stats, Chhajla had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chhajla
Knowing the nearby villages of Chhajla helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chhajla.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chhajla
- Where is Chhajla located?
- Chhajla village is situated in Mendhar Tehsil, within the Punch district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chhajla?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chhajla is Chhajala Upper (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chhajla?
- The pincode of Chhajla is 185111, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chhajla as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chhajla is 6,558, with 3,228 males and 3,330 females.
- How many households are there in Chhajla as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chhajla village has a total of 1,144 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chhajla as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chhajla is 51.42%. The male literacy rate is 61.99%, while the female literacy rate is 41.17%.