Chraligund - Dongiwacha, Baramulla
Chraligund is a village situated in the Dongiwacha tehsil of Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 10 km from Rafiabad and around 17 km from Baramulla. Dandoosa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chraligund village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chraligund is 002247. The village covers a total geographical area of 99.2 hectares and falls under the 193303 pincode. Watergam is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Chraligund village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rafiabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chraligund
According to the 2011 Census, Chraligund village had a total population of 261 people, including 136 males and 125 females, living in 51 households. The sex ratio was 919 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.98%, with male literacy at 92.80% and female literacy at 91.07%.
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 | 261 | 136 | 125 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 11 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 218 | 116 | 102 |
| Illiterate Population | 43 | 20 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Chraligund
Chraligund 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 Chraligund
Chraligund is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Chraligund.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Watergam to Chraligund is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baramulla to Chraligund is about 17 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 Chraligund
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chraligund village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chraligund
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chraligund 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 Chraligund
Where is Chraligund located?
Chraligund village is located in Dongiwacha Tehsil, Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chraligund?
The Gram Panchayat of Chraligund is Dandoosa.
What is the pincode of Chraligund?
The pincode of Chraligund is 193303.
What is the population of Chraligund?
Chraligund had a total population of 261, including 136 males and 125 females.
How many households are there in Chraligund?
Chraligund had 51 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chraligund?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chraligund was 91.98%. Male literacy was 92.80% and female literacy was 91.07%.