Chritoo - Khansahib, Budgam
Chritoo is a village situated in the Khansahib tehsil of Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 13 km from Khansahib and around 27 km from Budgam. Kralnewa serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Chritoo village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chritoo is 000535. The village covers a total geographical area of 31.6 hectares and falls under the 191111 pincode. Khansahib is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Chritoo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Budgam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chritoo
According to the 2011 Census, Chritoo village had a total population of 566 people, including 314 males and 252 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 803 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.85%, with male literacy at 65.57% and female literacy at 50.96%.
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 | 566 | 314 | 252 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 70 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 266 | 160 | 106 |
| Illiterate Population | 300 | 154 | 146 |
Nearby Villages of Chritoo
Chritoo 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 Chritoo
Chritoo is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Khansahib to Chritoo is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Budgam to Chritoo is about 27 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chritoo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chritoo village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chritoo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chritoo 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 Chritoo
Where is Chritoo located?
Chritoo village is located in Khansahib Tehsil, Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Chritoo?
The Halqa Panchayat of Chritoo is Kralnewa.
What is the pincode of Chritoo?
The pincode of Chritoo is 191111.
What is the population of Chritoo?
Chritoo had a total population of 566, including 314 males and 252 females.
How many households are there in Chritoo?
Chritoo had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chritoo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chritoo was 58.85%. Male literacy was 65.57% and female literacy was 50.96%.