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.
Challyar has its own place in the vibrant Udhampur 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 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.
Google Map of Challyar
Population of Challyar
Below is a concise population overview of Challyar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Challyar village:
- The total population of Challyar village is around 1,655, including approximately 843 males and 812 females, with a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 340 children aged 0–6 years in Challyar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Challyar village has 268 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 376 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Challyar village is about 39.46%, with male literacy at 49.58% and female literacy at 28.94%.
- There are around 269 households in Challyar village.
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%.