Challa - Boniyar, Baramulla
Challa is a village situated in the Boniyar tehsil of Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 2 km from Boniyar and around 20 km from Baramulla. Nowshera B serves as the Gram Panchayat for Challa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Challa is 002572. The village covers a total geographical area of 48.6 hectares and falls under the 193122 pincode. Baramulla is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Challa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Uri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Challa
According to the 2011 Census, Challa village had a total population of 155 people, including 78 males and 77 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 987 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.05%, with male literacy at 83.87% and female literacy at 70.00%.
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 | 155 | 78 | 77 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 16 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 94 | 52 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 61 | 26 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Challa
Challa 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 Challa
Challa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baramulla to Challa is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Challa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Challa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Challa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Challa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Challa
Where is Challa located?
Challa village is located in Boniyar Tehsil, Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Challa?
The Gram Panchayat of Challa is Nowshera B.
What is the pincode of Challa?
The pincode of Challa is 193122.
What is the population of Challa?
Challa had a total population of 155, including 78 males and 77 females.
How many households are there in Challa?
Challa had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Challa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Challa was 77.05%. Male literacy was 83.87% and female literacy was 70.00%.