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 Halqa 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
According to the 2011 Census, Channi village had a total population of 673 people, including 348 males and 325 females, living in 117 households. The sex ratio was 934 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.21%, with male literacy at 85.91% and female literacy at 57.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 268, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 28.
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 | 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 Halqa Panchayat of Channi?
The Halqa Panchayat of Channi is Chanchora.
What is the pincode of Channi?
The pincode of Channi is 182222.
What is the population of Channi?
Channi had a total population of 673, including 348 males and 325 females.
How many households are there in Channi?
Channi had 117 households.
What is the literacy rate in Channi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Channi was 72.21%. Male literacy was 85.91% and female literacy was 57.89%.