Churta - Dansal, Jammu
Churta is a village situated in the Dansal tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 42 km from Jammu and around 42 km from Jammu. Churta village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Churta is 005682. The village covers a total geographical area of 1271.5 hectares and falls under the 181224 pincode. Jammu is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Churta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nagrota Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Churta
According to the 2011 Census, Churta village had a total population of 2,419 people, including 1,275 males and 1,144 females, living in 455 households. The sex ratio was 897 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.80%, with male literacy at 72.46% and female literacy at 58.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 983, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 394.
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 | 2,419 | 1,275 | 1,144 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 369 | 193 | 176 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 983 | 516 | 467 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 394 | 218 | 176 |
| Literate Population | 1,349 | 784 | 565 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,070 | 491 | 579 |
Nearby Villages of Churta
Churta 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 Churta
Public transport in the Churta is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jammu to Churta is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Churta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Churta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Churta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Churta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Churta
Where is Churta located?
Churta village is located in Dansal Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Churta?
Churta is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Churta?
The pincode of Churta is 181224.
What is the population of Churta?
Churta had a total population of 2,419, including 1,275 males and 1,144 females.
How many households are there in Churta?
Churta had 455 households.
What is the literacy rate in Churta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Churta was 65.80%. Male literacy was 72.46% and female literacy was 58.37%.