Challa - Bani, Kathua
Challa is a village situated in the Bani tehsil of Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 31 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bani and around 133 km from the district headquarters in Kathua. Siara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Challa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Challa is 001790. The village covers a total geographical area of 1066 hectares and falls under the 184206 pincode. Bani is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Challa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Challa
As per Census 2011, Challa village has a total population of 886 people, consisting of 443 males and 443 females. The village has 130 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 182 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 304 literate and 582 illiterate residents. Additionally, 119 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Challa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 886 | 443 | 443 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 182 | 83 | 99 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 119 | 48 | 71 |
| Literate Population | 304 | 211 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 582 | 232 | 350 |
Nearby Villages of Challa
Challa 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 Challa
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Challa.
| 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 Bani to Challa is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kathua to Challa is about 133 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Challa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Challa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Challa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Challa 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 Challa
Where is Challa located?
Challa village is located in Bani Tehsil, Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Challa?
The Gram Panchayat of Challa is Siara.
What is the pincode of Challa?
The pincode of Challa is 184206.
What is the population of Challa?
Challa has a total population of 886, including 443 males and 443 females.
How many households are there in Challa?
There are 130 households in Challa.
What is the literacy rate in Challa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Challa is 34.31%. Male literacy is 47.63% and female literacy is 20.99%.