Kotli Charkan - Bishnah, Jammu
Kotli Charkan is a village situated in the Bishnah tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 20 km from Jammu and around 20 km from Jammu. Nowgran serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Kotli Charkan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotli Charkan is 005947. The village covers a total geographical area of 154.6 hectares and falls under the 181132 pincode. Jammu is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Kotli Charkan 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 Kotli Charkan
According to the 2011 Census, Kotli Charkan village had a total population of 1,592 people, including 859 males and 733 females, living in 332 households. The sex ratio was 853 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.67%, with male literacy at 84.08% and female literacy at 65.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 938, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 39.
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 | 1,592 | 859 | 733 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 174 | 99 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 938 | 502 | 436 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 39 | 16 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 1,073 | 639 | 434 |
| Illiterate Population | 519 | 220 | 299 |
Nearby Villages of Kotli Charkan
Kotli Charkan 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 Kotli Charkan
Kotli Charkan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Jammu to Kotli Charkan is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Kotli Charkan is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kotli Charkan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kotli Charkan 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kotli Charkan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kotli Charkan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kotli Charkan
Where is Kotli Charkan located?
Kotli Charkan village is located in Bishnah Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Kotli Charkan?
The Halqa Panchayat of Kotli Charkan is Nowgran.
What is the pincode of Kotli Charkan?
The pincode of Kotli Charkan is 181132.
What is the population of Kotli Charkan?
Kotli Charkan had a total population of 1,592, including 859 males and 733 females.
How many households are there in Kotli Charkan?
Kotli Charkan had 332 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kotli Charkan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotli Charkan was 75.67%. Male literacy was 84.08% and female literacy was 65.96%.