Cheera - Phigsoo, Doda
Cheera is a village situated in the Phigsoo tehsil of Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 13 km from Thathri and around 49 km from Doda. Nanda serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Cheera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Cheera is 004253. The village covers a total geographical area of 54.2 hectares and falls under the 182203 pincode. Thathri is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Cheera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Inderwal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Cheera
According to the 2011 Census, Cheera village had a total population of 542 people, including 279 males and 263 females, living in 110 households. The sex ratio was 943 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.83%, with male literacy at 96.52% and female literacy at 54.30%.
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 | 542 | 279 | 263 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 49 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 342 | 222 | 120 |
| Illiterate Population | 200 | 57 | 143 |
Nearby Villages of Cheera
Cheera 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 Cheera
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Cheera.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Thathri to Cheera is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Doda to Cheera is about 49 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 Cheera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Cheera 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 Cheera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Cheera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Cheera
Where is Cheera located?
Cheera village is located in Phigsoo Tehsil, Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Cheera?
The Halqa Panchayat of Cheera is Nanda.
What is the pincode of Cheera?
The pincode of Cheera is 182203.
What is the population of Cheera?
Cheera had a total population of 542, including 279 males and 263 females.
How many households are there in Cheera?
Cheera had 110 households.
What is the literacy rate in Cheera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Cheera was 75.83%. Male literacy was 96.52% and female literacy was 54.30%.