Chalri - Chilly Pingal, Doda
Chalri is a village situated in the Chilly Pingal tehsil of Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 16 km from Gandoh and around 74 km from Doda. Challer serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chalri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chalri is 004330. The village covers a total geographical area of 243.2 hectares and falls under the 182203 pincode. Kishtiwad is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Chalri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Doda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chalri
According to the 2011 Census, Chalri village had a total population of 1,340 people, including 691 males and 649 females, living in 204 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.33%, with male literacy at 67.11% and female literacy at 28.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 49.
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 | 1,340 | 691 | 649 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 322 | 162 | 160 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 26 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 492 | 355 | 137 |
| Illiterate Population | 848 | 336 | 512 |
Nearby Villages of Chalri
Chalri 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 Chalri
Chalri 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 Kishtiwad to Chalri is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Doda to Chalri is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chalri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chalri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chalri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chalri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chalri
Where is Chalri located?
Chalri village is located in Chilly Pingal Tehsil, Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chalri?
The Gram Panchayat of Chalri is Challer.
What is the pincode of Chalri?
The pincode of Chalri is 182203.
What is the population of Chalri?
Chalri had a total population of 1,340, including 691 males and 649 females.
How many households are there in Chalri?
Chalri had 204 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chalri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chalri was 48.33%. Male literacy was 67.11% and female literacy was 28.02%.