Chochloo - Bhalessa (Gandoh), Doda
Chochloo is a village situated in the Bhalessa (Gandoh) tehsil of Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 15 km from Gandoh and around 48 km from Doda. Chancer serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chochloo village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chochloo is 004386. The village covers a total geographical area of 178.1 hectares and falls under the 182207 pincode. Doda is the nearest town, located about 76 km away.
Chochloo 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 Chochloo
According to the 2011 Census, Chochloo village had a total population of 162 people, including 80 males and 82 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 1,025 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.63%, with male literacy at 94.59% and female literacy at 44.93%.
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 | 162 | 80 | 82 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 6 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 101 | 70 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 61 | 10 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Chochloo
Chochloo 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 Chochloo
Public transport in the Chochloo 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 Chochloo is about 76 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Doda to Chochloo is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chochloo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chochloo 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 Chochloo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chochloo village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chochloo
Where is Chochloo located?
Chochloo village is located in Bhalessa (Gandoh) Tehsil, Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chochloo?
The Gram Panchayat of Chochloo is Chancer.
What is the pincode of Chochloo?
The pincode of Chochloo is 182207.
What is the population of Chochloo?
Chochloo had a total population of 162, including 80 males and 82 females.
How many households are there in Chochloo?
Chochloo had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chochloo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chochloo was 70.63%. Male literacy was 94.59% and female literacy was 44.93%.