Chitral

Chitral 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 40km away from district headquarter Punch. As per 2009 stats, Narol is the gram panchayat of Chitral village.

Chitral has its own place in the vibrant Punch 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 Chitral

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chitral is 001186. The village spans a total geographical area of 199 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 185111. Punch is nearest town to Chitral village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.

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Population of Chitral

Below is a concise population overview of Chitral as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,034 503 531
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 199 112 87
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 607 357 250
Illiterate Population 427 146 281

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chitral village:

  • The total population of Chitral village is around 1,034, including approximately 503 males and 531 females, with a sex ratio of 1055 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 199 children aged 0–6 years in Chitral village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Chitral village is about 58.70%, with male literacy at 70.97% and female literacy at 47.08%.
  • There are around 235 households in Chitral village.

Connectivity of Chitral

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chitral. As per the 2011 stats, Chitral 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 Chitral

Knowing the nearby villages of Chitral helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chitral.

Frequently Asked Questions about Chitral

Where is Chitral located?
Chitral village is situated in Mendhar Tehsil, within the Punch district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chitral?
The Gram Panchayat of Chitral is Narol (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Chitral?
The pincode of Chitral is 185111, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chitral as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chitral is 1,034, with 503 males and 531 females.
How many households are there in Chitral as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chitral village has a total of 235 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chitral as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chitral is 58.70%. The male literacy rate is 70.97%, while the female literacy rate is 47.08%.