Champal - Chilly Pingal, Doda
Champal is a village situated in the Chilly Pingal tehsil of Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 13 km from Gandoh and around 70 km from Doda. Champal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Champal is 004335. The village covers a total geographical area of 189 hectares and falls under the 182203 pincode. Doda is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Champal 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 Champal
As per Census 2011, Champal village has a total population of 1,269 people, consisting of 644 males and 625 females. The village has 246 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 238 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 537 literate and 732 illiterate residents. Additionally, 383 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 573 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Champal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,269 | 644 | 625 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 238 | 117 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 383 | 196 | 187 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 573 | 291 | 282 |
| Literate Population | 537 | 378 | 159 |
| Illiterate Population | 732 | 266 | 466 |
Nearby Villages of Champal
Champal 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 Champal
Public transport in the Champal 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 Champal is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Champal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Champal 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 Champal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Champal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Champal
Where is Champal located?
Champal village is located in Chilly Pingal Tehsil, Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Champal?
Champal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Champal?
The pincode of Champal is 182203.
What is the population of Champal?
Champal has a total population of 1,269, including 644 males and 625 females.
How many households are there in Champal?
There are 246 households in Champal.
What is the literacy rate in Champal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Champal is 42.32%. Male literacy is 58.70% and female literacy is 25.44%.