Chhan Tanda - Hiranagar, Kathua
Chhan Tanda is a village situated in the Hiranagar tehsil of Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hiranagar and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Kathua. Pansar serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Chhan Tanda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhan Tanda is 002138. The village covers a total geographical area of 172 hectares and falls under the 184148 pincode. Hiranagar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Chhan Tanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chhan Tanda
According to the 2011 Census, Chhan Tanda village had a total population of 292 people, including 144 males and 148 females, living in 76 households. The sex ratio was 1,028 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.40%, with male literacy at 85.48% and female literacy at 71.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 276.
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 | 292 | 144 | 148 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 20 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 276 | 137 | 139 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 196 | 106 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 96 | 38 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Chhan Tanda
Chhan Tanda 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 Chhan Tanda
Chhan Tanda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Hiranagar to Chhan Tanda is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kathua to Chhan Tanda is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhan Tanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhan Tanda 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 Chhan Tanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhan Tanda 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Chhan Tanda
Where is Chhan Tanda located?
Chhan Tanda village is located in Hiranagar Tehsil, Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Chhan Tanda?
The Halqa Panchayat of Chhan Tanda is Pansar.
What is the pincode of Chhan Tanda?
The pincode of Chhan Tanda is 184148.
What is the population of Chhan Tanda?
Chhan Tanda had a total population of 292, including 144 males and 148 females.
How many households are there in Chhan Tanda?
Chhan Tanda had 76 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhan Tanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhan Tanda was 78.40%. Male literacy was 85.48% and female literacy was 71.43%.