Chohalla - R. S. Pura, Jammu
Chohalla is a village situated in the R. S. Pura tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 2 km from R.s.pora and around 25 km from Jammu. Chohala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chohalla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chohalla is 006070. The village covers a total geographical area of 374.3 hectares and falls under the 181102 pincode. R.s.pora is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Chohalla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the RS Pura South Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chohalla
As per Census 2011, Chohalla village has a total population of 4,111 people, consisting of 2,178 males and 1,933 females. The village has 866 households and a sex ratio of 887 females per 1,000 males. There are 449 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,036 literate and 1,075 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,226 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 54 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chohalla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,111 | 2,178 | 1,933 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 449 | 264 | 185 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,226 | 1,698 | 1,528 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 54 | 31 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 3,036 | 1,719 | 1,317 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,075 | 459 | 616 |
Nearby Villages of Chohalla
Chohalla 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 Chohalla
Chohalla 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 <5 km |
| 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 R.s.pora to Chohalla is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Chohalla is about 25 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 Chohalla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chohalla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chohalla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chohalla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Chohalla
Where is Chohalla located?
Chohalla village is located in R. S. Pura Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chohalla?
The Gram Panchayat of Chohalla is Chohala.
What is the pincode of Chohalla?
The pincode of Chohalla is 181102.
What is the population of Chohalla?
Chohalla has a total population of 4,111, including 2,178 males and 1,933 females.
How many households are there in Chohalla?
There are 866 households in Chohalla.
What is the literacy rate in Chohalla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chohalla is 73.85%. Male literacy is 78.93% and female literacy is 68.13%.