Chanthan - Beerwah, Budgam
Chanthan is a village situated in the Beerwah tehsil of Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 6 km from Beerwah and around 23 km from Budgam. C. C. Pora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chanthan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chanthan is 000504. The village covers a total geographical area of 133.95 hectares and falls under the 193411 pincode. Beerwah is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Chanthan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chanthan
According to the 2011 Census, Chanthan village had a total population of 1,327 people, including 685 males and 642 females, living in 152 households. The sex ratio was 937 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.85%, with male literacy at 71.96% and female literacy at 53.02%.
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 | 1,327 | 685 | 642 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 296 | 150 | 146 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 648 | 385 | 263 |
| Illiterate Population | 679 | 300 | 379 |
Nearby Villages of Chanthan
Chanthan 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 Chanthan
Chanthan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Beerwah to Chanthan is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Budgam to Chanthan 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 Chanthan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chanthan 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chanthan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chanthan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chanthan
Where is Chanthan located?
Chanthan village is located in Beerwah Tehsil, Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chanthan?
The Gram Panchayat of Chanthan is C. C. Pora.
What is the pincode of Chanthan?
The pincode of Chanthan is 193411.
What is the population of Chanthan?
Chanthan had a total population of 1,327, including 685 males and 642 females.
How many households are there in Chanthan?
Chanthan had 152 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chanthan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chanthan was 62.85%. Male literacy was 71.96% and female literacy was 53.02%.