Chittergul - Shangus, Anantnag
Chittergul is a village situated in the Shangus tehsil of Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shangus and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Anantnag. Chittergul A serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Chittergul village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chittergul is 003747. The village covers a total geographical area of 598.5 hectares and falls under the 192201 pincode. Shangus is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Chittergul village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chittergul
According to the 2011 Census, Chittergul village had a total population of 6,345 people, including 3,327 males and 3,018 females, living in 1,164 households. The sex ratio was 907 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.71%, with male literacy at 72.36% and female literacy at 48.16%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,533.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,345 | 3,327 | 3,018 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,311 | 718 | 593 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,533 | 808 | 725 |
| Literate Population | 3,056 | 1,888 | 1,168 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,289 | 1,439 | 1,850 |
Nearby Villages of Chittergul
Chittergul is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Chittergul
Chittergul is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shangus to Chittergul is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anantnag to Chittergul is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chittergul
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chittergul village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chittergul
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chittergul village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chittergul
Where is Chittergul located?
Chittergul village is located in Shangus Tehsil, Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Chittergul?
The Halqa Panchayat of Chittergul is Chittergul A.
What is the pincode of Chittergul?
The pincode of Chittergul is 192201.
What is the population of Chittergul?
Chittergul had a total population of 6,345, including 3,327 males and 3,018 females.
How many households are there in Chittergul?
Chittergul had 1,164 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chittergul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chittergul was 60.71%. Male literacy was 72.36% and female literacy was 48.16%.