Channi - Bhaderwah, Doda
Channi is a village situated in the Bhaderwah tehsil of Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhadarwa and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Doda. Chanchora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Channi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Channi is 004468. The village covers a total geographical area of 94.3 hectares and falls under the 182222 pincode. Bhadarwa is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Channi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhaderwah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Channi
As per Census 2011, Channi village has a total population of 673 people, consisting of 348 males and 325 females. The village has 117 households and a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males. There are 90 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 421 literate and 252 illiterate residents. Additionally, 268 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 28 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Channi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 673 | 348 | 325 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 50 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 268 | 136 | 132 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 28 | 15 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 421 | 256 | 165 |
| Illiterate Population | 252 | 92 | 160 |
Nearby Villages of Channi
Channi 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 Channi
Channi 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 Bhadarwa to Channi is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Doda to Channi is about 28 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 Channi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Channi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Channi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Channi 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 Channi
Where is Channi located?
Channi village is located in Bhaderwah Tehsil, Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Channi?
The Gram Panchayat of Channi is Chanchora.
What is the pincode of Channi?
The pincode of Channi is 182222.
What is the population of Channi?
Channi has a total population of 673, including 348 males and 325 females.
How many households are there in Channi?
There are 117 households in Channi.
What is the literacy rate in Channi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Channi is 62.56%. Male literacy is 73.56% and female literacy is 50.77%.