Chandil - Tangmarg, Baramulla
Chandil is a village situated in the Tangmarg tehsil of Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 8 km from Tangmarg and around 53 km from Baramulla. Ganiwani Zandpal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chandil village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandil is 002686. The village covers a total geographical area of 217.7 hectares and falls under the 193402 pincode. Tangmarg is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Chandil village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gulmarg Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chandil
According to the 2011 Census, Chandil village had a total population of 1,801 people, including 929 males and 872 females, living in 328 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.50%, with male literacy at 69.34% and female literacy at 47.30%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 147.
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 | 1,801 | 929 | 872 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 331 | 182 | 149 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 147 | 75 | 72 |
| Literate Population | 860 | 518 | 342 |
| Illiterate Population | 941 | 411 | 530 |
Nearby Villages of Chandil
Chandil 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 Chandil
Chandil 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 Tangmarg to Chandil is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baramulla to Chandil is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chandil
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandil 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chandil
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandil village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chandil
Where is Chandil located?
Chandil village is located in Tangmarg Tehsil, Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chandil?
The Gram Panchayat of Chandil is Ganiwani Zandpal.
What is the pincode of Chandil?
The pincode of Chandil is 193402.
What is the population of Chandil?
Chandil had a total population of 1,801, including 929 males and 872 females.
How many households are there in Chandil?
Chandil had 328 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chandil?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandil was 58.50%. Male literacy was 69.34% and female literacy was 47.30%.