Changia - Arnia, Jammu
Changia is a village situated in the Arnia tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 24 km from Bishnah and around 44 km from Jammu. Changia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Changia is 006289. The village covers a total geographical area of 137.2 hectares and falls under the 181131 pincode. Arina is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Changia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bishnah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Changia
As per Census 2011, Changia village has a total population of 657 people, consisting of 334 males and 323 females. The village has 141 households and a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males. There are 62 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 444 literate and 213 illiterate residents. Additionally, 45 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Changia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 657 | 334 | 323 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 34 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 24 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 444 | 251 | 193 |
| Illiterate Population | 213 | 83 | 130 |
Nearby Villages of Changia
Changia 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 Changia
Changia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Arina to Changia is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Changia is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Changia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Changia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Changia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Changia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Changia
Where is Changia located?
Changia village is located in Arnia Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Changia?
Changia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Changia?
The pincode of Changia is 181131.
What is the population of Changia?
Changia has a total population of 657, including 334 males and 323 females.
How many households are there in Changia?
There are 141 households in Changia.
What is the literacy rate in Changia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Changia is 67.58%. Male literacy is 75.15% and female literacy is 59.75%.