Chhungan
Chhungan is a village located in Mendhar tehsil of Punch district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Mendhar (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Punch. As per 2009 stats, Chhungan Choudhrian is the gram panchayat of Chhungan village.
Here you can discover what makes Chhungan unique in its vibrant Mendhar-Punch region. You’ll see Chhungan’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 Chhungan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chhungan is 001184. The village spans a total geographical area of 909 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 185111. Punch is nearest town to Chhungan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
Google Map of Chhungan
Population of Chhungan
According to the 2011 Census, Chhungan has a total population of about 4,509, with approximately 2,253 males and 2,256 females. The sex ratio is around 1001 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 973 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 4,089. The overall literacy rate is approximately 49.28%, with male literacy at about 60.05% and female literacy near 38.52%. There are around 813 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chhungan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,509 | 2,253 | 2,256 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 973 | 528 | 445 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4,089 | 2,038 | 2,051 |
| Literate Population | 2,222 | 1,353 | 869 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,287 | 900 | 1,387 |
Connectivity of Chhungan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chhungan. As per the 2011 stats, Chhungan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chhungan
Knowing the nearby villages of Chhungan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chhungan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chhungan
- Where is Chhungan located?
- Chhungan village is situated in Mendhar Tehsil, within the Punch district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chhungan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chhungan is Chhungan Choudhrian (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chhungan?
- The pincode of Chhungan is 185111, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chhungan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chhungan is 4,509, with 2,253 males and 2,256 females.
- How many households are there in Chhungan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chhungan village has a total of 813 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chhungan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chhungan is 49.28%. The male literacy rate is 60.05%, while the female literacy rate is 38.52%.