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
According to the 2011 Census, Champal village had a total population of 1,269 people, including 644 males and 625 females, living in 246 households. The sex ratio was 970 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.09%, with male literacy at 71.73% and female literacy at 31.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 383, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 573.
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 | 1,269 | 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 had a total population of 1,269, including 644 males and 625 females.
How many households are there in Champal?
Champal had 246 households.
What is the literacy rate in Champal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Champal was 52.09%. Male literacy was 71.73% and female literacy was 31.55%.