Chill - Assar, Doda
Chill is a village situated in the Assar tehsil of Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 39 km from Doda and around 39 km from Doda. Chill village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chill is 004140. The village covers a total geographical area of 401.5 hectares and falls under the 182143 pincode. Doda is the nearest town, located about 39 km away.
Chill village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ramban Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chill
According to the 2011 Census, Chill village had a total population of 900 people, including 474 males and 426 females, living in 180 households. The sex ratio was 899 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.42%, with male literacy at 73.70% and female literacy at 34.20%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 153, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 6.
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 | 900 | 474 | 426 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 187 | 109 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 153 | 89 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 388 | 269 | 119 |
| Illiterate Population | 512 | 205 | 307 |
Transport and Connectivity of Chill
Chill 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 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Doda to Chill is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chill
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chill village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chill
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chill 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chill
Where is Chill located?
Chill village is located in Assar Tehsil, Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chill?
Chill is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chill?
The pincode of Chill is 182143.
What is the population of Chill?
Chill had a total population of 900, including 474 males and 426 females.
How many households are there in Chill?
Chill had 180 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chill?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chill was 54.42%. Male literacy was 73.70% and female literacy was 34.20%.