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.
Here you can discover what makes Chitral unique in its vibrant Mendhar-Punch region. You’ll see Chitral’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 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.
Google Map of Chitral
Population of Chitral
According to the 2011 Census, Chitral has a total population of about 1,034, with approximately 503 males and 531 females. The sex ratio is around 1055 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 199 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 58.70%, with male literacy at about 70.97% and female literacy near 47.08%. There are around 235 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chitral's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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%.