Chaloge - Bani, Kathua
Chaloge is a village situated in the Bani tehsil of Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bani and around 170 km from the district headquarters in Kathua. Chaloga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chaloge village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chaloge is 001784. The village covers a total geographical area of 792 hectares and falls under the 184206 pincode. Bani is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Chaloge 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 Chaloge
According to the 2011 Census, Chaloge village had a total population of 1,900 people, including 970 males and 930 females, living in 332 households. The sex ratio was 959 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.41%, with male literacy at 76.11% and female literacy at 46.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 424, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 598.
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 | 1,900 | 970 | 930 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 301 | 158 | 143 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 424 | 218 | 206 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 598 | 297 | 301 |
| Literate Population | 982 | 618 | 364 |
| Illiterate Population | 918 | 352 | 566 |
Nearby Villages of Chaloge
Chaloge 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 Chaloge
Chaloge 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 5-10 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 Bani to Chaloge is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kathua to Chaloge is about 170 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chaloge
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chaloge 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chaloge
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chaloge village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chaloge
Where is Chaloge located?
Chaloge village is located in Bani Tehsil, Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chaloge?
The Gram Panchayat of Chaloge is Chaloga.
What is the pincode of Chaloge?
The pincode of Chaloge is 184206.
What is the population of Chaloge?
Chaloge had a total population of 1,900, including 970 males and 930 females.
How many households are there in Chaloge?
Chaloge had 332 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chaloge?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chaloge was 61.41%. Male literacy was 76.11% and female literacy was 46.25%.