Changund - Chadoora, Budgam
Changund is a village situated in the Chadoora tehsil of Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 16 km from Chadoora and around 25 km from Budgam. Nowhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Changund village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Changund is 000813. The village covers a total geographical area of 45.7 hectares and falls under the 191113 pincode. Charar-e-sharief is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Changund village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chrar-i-sharief Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Changund
As per Census 2011, Changund village has a total population of 358 people, consisting of 201 males and 157 females. The village has 47 households and a sex ratio of 781 females per 1,000 males. There are 107 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 94 literate and 264 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Changund are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 358 | 201 | 157 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 64 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 94 | 59 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 264 | 142 | 122 |
Nearby Villages of Changund
Changund 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 Changund
Changund is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Changund.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Charar-e-sharief to Changund is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Budgam to Changund is about 25 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 Changund
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Changund village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Changund
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Changund 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 Changund
Where is Changund located?
Changund village is located in Chadoora Tehsil, Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Changund?
The Gram Panchayat of Changund is Nowhar.
What is the pincode of Changund?
The pincode of Changund is 191113.
What is the population of Changund?
Changund has a total population of 358, including 201 males and 157 females.
How many households are there in Changund?
There are 47 households in Changund.
What is the literacy rate in Changund?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Changund is 26.26%. Male literacy is 29.35% and female literacy is 22.29%.