Chunna - Bhaderwah, Doda
Chunna is a village situated in the Bhaderwah tehsil of Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhadarwa and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Doda. Dradhu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chunna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chunna is 004469. The village covers a total geographical area of 40.9 hectares and falls under the 182221 pincode. Bhadarwa is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Chunna 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 Chunna
As per Census 2011, Chunna village has a total population of 249 people, consisting of 125 males and 124 females. The village has 50 households and a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males. There are 32 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 178 literate and 71 illiterate residents. Additionally, 146 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chunna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 249 | 125 | 124 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 14 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 146 | 77 | 69 |
| Literate Population | 178 | 108 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 71 | 17 | 54 |
Nearby Villages of Chunna
Chunna 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 Chunna
Public transport in the Chunna is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Chunna is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Doda to Chunna 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 Chunna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chunna 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 Chunna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chunna 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 Chunna
Where is Chunna located?
Chunna village is located in Bhaderwah Tehsil, Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chunna?
The Gram Panchayat of Chunna is Dradhu.
What is the pincode of Chunna?
The pincode of Chunna is 182221.
What is the population of Chunna?
Chunna has a total population of 249, including 125 males and 124 females.
How many households are there in Chunna?
There are 50 households in Chunna.
What is the literacy rate in Chunna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chunna is 71.49%. Male literacy is 86.40% and female literacy is 56.45%.