Chanser - Bhalessa (Gandoh), Doda
Chanser is a village situated in the Bhalessa (Gandoh) tehsil of Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 30 km from Gandoh and around 80 km from Doda. Chancer serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chanser village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chanser is 004387. The village covers a total geographical area of 242.4 hectares and falls under the 182207 pincode. Doda is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Chanser 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 Chanser
As per Census 2011, Chanser village has a total population of 322 people, consisting of 173 males and 149 females. The village has 48 households and a sex ratio of 861 females per 1,000 males. There are 46 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 194 literate and 128 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chanser are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 322 | 173 | 149 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 29 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 194 | 121 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 128 | 52 | 76 |
Nearby Villages of Chanser
Chanser 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 Chanser
Chanser 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Doda to Chanser is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chanser
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chanser village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chanser
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chanser village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chanser
Where is Chanser located?
Chanser village is located in Bhalessa (Gandoh) Tehsil, Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chanser?
The Gram Panchayat of Chanser is Chancer.
What is the pincode of Chanser?
The pincode of Chanser is 182207.
What is the population of Chanser?
Chanser has a total population of 322, including 173 males and 149 females.
How many households are there in Chanser?
There are 48 households in Chanser.
What is the literacy rate in Chanser?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chanser is 60.25%. Male literacy is 69.94% and female literacy is 48.99%.