Chagial - Chowki Choura, Jammu
Chagial is a village situated in the Chowki Choura tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 32 km from Akhnoor and around 60 km from Jammu. Gangal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chagial village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chagial is 005454. The village covers a total geographical area of 456.1 hectares and falls under the 181201 pincode. Akhnoor is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Chagial village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Akhnoor Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chagial
As per Census 2011, Chagial village has a total population of 340 people, consisting of 167 males and 173 females. The village has 58 households and a sex ratio of 1,035 females per 1,000 males. There are 52 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 217 literate and 123 illiterate residents. Additionally, 13 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 31 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chagial are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 340 | 167 | 173 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 19 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 31 | 17 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 217 | 126 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 123 | 41 | 82 |
Nearby Villages of Chagial
Chagial 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 Chagial
Public transport in the Chagial is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Akhnoor to Chagial is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Chagial is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chagial
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chagial 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 Chagial
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chagial village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chagial
Where is Chagial located?
Chagial village is located in Chowki Choura Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chagial?
The Gram Panchayat of Chagial is Gangal.
What is the pincode of Chagial?
The pincode of Chagial is 181201.
What is the population of Chagial?
Chagial has a total population of 340, including 167 males and 173 females.
How many households are there in Chagial?
There are 58 households in Chagial.
What is the literacy rate in Chagial?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chagial is 63.82%. Male literacy is 75.45% and female literacy is 52.60%.