Challyar

Challyar is a village located in Chenani tehsil of Udhampur district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Chenani (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Udhampur. As per 2009 stats, Bashat is the gram panchayat of Challyar village.

Here you can discover what makes Challyar unique in its vibrant Chenani-Udhampur region. You’ll see Challyar’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 Challyar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Challyar is 004999. The village spans a total geographical area of 503.8 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 182141. Chenani is nearest town to Challyar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Challyar

According to the 2011 Census, Challyar has a total population of about 1,655, with approximately 843 males and 812 females. The sex ratio is around 963 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 340 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 268 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 376. The overall literacy rate is approximately 39.46%, with male literacy at about 49.58% and female literacy near 28.94%. There are around 269 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Challyar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,655 843 812
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 340 169 171
Scheduled Castes (SC) 268 137 131
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 376 188 188
Literate Population 653 418 235
Illiterate Population 1,002 425 577

Connectivity of Challyar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Challyar. As per the 2011 stats, Challyar 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 <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Challyar

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Challyar

Where is Challyar located?
Challyar village is situated in Chenani Tehsil, within the Udhampur district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Challyar?
The Gram Panchayat of Challyar is Bashat (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Challyar?
The pincode of Challyar is 182141, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Challyar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Challyar is 1,655, with 843 males and 812 females.
How many households are there in Challyar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Challyar village has a total of 269 households.
What is the literacy rate in Challyar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Challyar is 39.46%. The male literacy rate is 49.58%, while the female literacy rate is 28.94%.