Chag - Atholi (Paddar), Kishtwar
Chag is a village situated in the Atholi (Paddar) tehsil of Kishtwar district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Atholi and around 116 km from the district headquarters in Kishtwar. Thun serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chag village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chag is 004791. The village covers a total geographical area of 500.2 hectares and falls under the 182204 pincode. Kishtwar is the nearest town, located about 118 km away.
Chag village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chag
As per Census 2011, Chag village has a total population of 222 people, consisting of 114 males and 108 females. The village has 31 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 44 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 113 literate and 109 illiterate residents. Additionally, 33 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chag are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 222 | 114 | 108 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 23 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 17 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 113 | 73 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 109 | 41 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Chag
Chag 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 Chag
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Chag.
| 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 Kishtwar to Chag is about 118 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kishtwar to Chag is about 116 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chag
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chag 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 Chag
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chag village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chag
Where is Chag located?
Chag village is located in Atholi (Paddar) Tehsil, Kishtwar district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chag?
The Gram Panchayat of Chag is Thun.
What is the pincode of Chag?
The pincode of Chag is 182204.
What is the population of Chag?
Chag has a total population of 222, including 114 males and 108 females.
How many households are there in Chag?
There are 31 households in Chag.
What is the literacy rate in Chag?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chag is 50.90%. Male literacy is 64.04% and female literacy is 37.04%.