Hardu Chanam - Dongiwacha, Baramulla
Hardu Chanam is a village situated in the Dongiwacha tehsil of Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 5 km from Rafiabad and around 23 km from Baramulla. Chanum serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Hardu Chanam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hardu Chanam is 002259. The village covers a total geographical area of 162.3 hectares and falls under the 193303 pincode. Watergam is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Hardu Chanam 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 Hardu Chanam
According to the 2011 Census, Hardu Chanam village had a total population of 602 people, including 309 males and 293 females, living in 88 households. The sex ratio was 948 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.60%, with male literacy at 78.02% and female literacy at 54.03%.
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 | 602 | 309 | 293 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 36 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 347 | 213 | 134 |
| Illiterate Population | 255 | 96 | 159 |
Nearby Villages of Hardu Chanam
Hardu Chanam 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 Hardu Chanam
Hardu Chanam 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 | 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 Watergam to Hardu Chanam is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baramulla to Hardu Chanam is about 23 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 Hardu Chanam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hardu Chanam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Hardu Chanam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hardu Chanam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Hardu Chanam
Where is Hardu Chanam located?
Hardu Chanam village is located in Dongiwacha Tehsil, Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Hardu Chanam?
The Halqa Panchayat of Hardu Chanam is Chanum.
What is the pincode of Hardu Chanam?
The pincode of Hardu Chanam is 193303.
What is the population of Hardu Chanam?
Hardu Chanam had a total population of 602, including 309 males and 293 females.
How many households are there in Hardu Chanam?
Hardu Chanam had 88 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hardu Chanam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hardu Chanam was 66.60%. Male literacy was 78.02% and female literacy was 54.03%.