Choundry - Bhalla, Doda
Choundry is a village situated in the Bhalla tehsil of Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 28 km from Baderwah and around 22 km from Doda. Choundri serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Choundry village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Choundry is 004404. The village covers a total geographical area of 98.3 hectares and falls under the 182201 pincode. Doda is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Choundry 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 Choundry
According to the 2011 Census, Choundry village had a total population of 320 people, including 152 males and 168 females, living in 58 households. The sex ratio was 1,105 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.65%, with male literacy at 86.23% and female literacy at 61.15%.
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 | 320 | 152 | 168 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 14 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 204 | 119 | 85 |
| Illiterate Population | 116 | 33 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Choundry
Choundry 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 Choundry
Public transport in the Choundry 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 Choundry is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Doda to Choundry is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Choundry
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Choundry 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 Choundry
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Choundry 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 Choundry
Where is Choundry located?
Choundry village is located in Bhalla Tehsil, Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Choundry?
The Halqa Panchayat of Choundry is Choundri.
What is the pincode of Choundry?
The pincode of Choundry is 182201.
What is the population of Choundry?
Choundry had a total population of 320, including 152 males and 168 females.
How many households are there in Choundry?
Choundry had 58 households.
What is the literacy rate in Choundry?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Choundry was 73.65%. Male literacy was 86.23% and female literacy was 61.15%.