Khanna Chargal - Jammu
Khanna Chargal is a village situated in the Jammu tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 20 km from Jammu, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Khanna Chargal Lower serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khanna Chargal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khanna Chargal is 005959. The village covers a total geographical area of 2275.6 hectares and falls under the 180017 pincode. Jammu is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Khanna Chargal 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 Khanna Chargal
According to the 2011 Census, Khanna Chargal village had a total population of 4,068 people, including 2,189 males and 1,879 females, living in 766 households. The sex ratio was 858 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.09%, with male literacy at 80.99% and female literacy at 57.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,136, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,134.
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 | 4,068 | 2,189 | 1,879 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 571 | 332 | 239 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,136 | 616 | 520 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,134 | 594 | 540 |
| Literate Population | 2,451 | 1,504 | 947 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,617 | 685 | 932 |
Nearby Villages of Khanna Chargal
Khanna Chargal 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 Khanna Chargal
Public transport in the Khanna Chargal is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Khanna Chargal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jammu to Khanna Chargal is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Khanna Chargal 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 Khanna Chargal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khanna Chargal 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khanna Chargal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khanna Chargal 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 Khanna Chargal
Where is Khanna Chargal located?
Khanna Chargal village is located in Jammu Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khanna Chargal?
The Gram Panchayat of Khanna Chargal is Khanna Chargal Lower.
What is the pincode of Khanna Chargal?
The pincode of Khanna Chargal is 180017.
What is the population of Khanna Chargal?
Khanna Chargal had a total population of 4,068, including 2,189 males and 1,879 females.
How many households are there in Khanna Chargal?
Khanna Chargal had 766 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khanna Chargal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khanna Chargal was 70.09%. Male literacy was 80.99% and female literacy was 57.74%.