Chattergul - Kangan, Ganderbal
Chattergul is a village situated in the Kangan tehsil of Ganderbal district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kangan and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Ganderbal. Chattergul A (babareshi) serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Chattergul village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chattergul is 002889. The village covers a total geographical area of 566.5 hectares and falls under the 191202 pincode. Ganderbal is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Chattergul village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kangan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chattergul
According to the 2011 Census, Chattergul village had a total population of 7,641 people, including 4,019 males and 3,622 females, living in 1,202 households. The sex ratio was 901 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.41%, with male literacy at 58.39% and female literacy at 41.51%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3,258.
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 | 7,641 | 4,019 | 3,622 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,178 | 611 | 567 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,258 | 1,744 | 1,514 |
| Literate Population | 3,258 | 1,990 | 1,268 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,383 | 2,029 | 2,354 |
Nearby Villages of Chattergul
Chattergul 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 Chattergul
Chattergul is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ganderbal to Chattergul is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ganderbal to Chattergul is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chattergul
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chattergul village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chattergul
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chattergul village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chattergul
Where is Chattergul located?
Chattergul village is located in Kangan Tehsil, Ganderbal district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Chattergul?
The Halqa Panchayat of Chattergul is Chattergul A (babareshi).
What is the pincode of Chattergul?
The pincode of Chattergul is 191202.
What is the population of Chattergul?
Chattergul had a total population of 7,641, including 4,019 males and 3,622 females.
How many households are there in Chattergul?
Chattergul had 1,202 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chattergul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chattergul was 50.41%. Male literacy was 58.39% and female literacy was 41.51%.