Chingam - Chhatroo, Kishtwar
Chingam is a village situated in the Chhatroo tehsil of Kishtwar district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chhatroo and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Kishtwar. Chingam-a serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chingam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chingam is 004758. The village covers a total geographical area of 4540.2 hectares and falls under the 182205 pincode. Kishtwar is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Chingam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Inderwal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chingam
As per Census 2011, Chingam village has a total population of 4,717 people, consisting of 2,419 males and 2,298 females. The village has 969 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 848 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,509 literate and 3,208 illiterate residents. Additionally, 196 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,074 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chingam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,717 | 2,419 | 2,298 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 848 | 407 | 441 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 196 | 103 | 93 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,074 | 581 | 493 |
| Literate Population | 1,509 | 999 | 510 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,208 | 1,420 | 1,788 |
Nearby Villages of Chingam
Chingam is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chhatroo | South | 10.46 km |
| Hanzal | East | 11.62 km |
| Tagood | South-East | 12.13 km |
| Qaderna | North-East | 13.68 km |
| Nowgam | North | 14.90 km |
| Palmar | South-East | 15.30 km |
| Deharna | East | 16.17 km |
| Rahalthal | South | 17.89 km |
| Lopara | South-East | 19.63 km |
| Pakalan | South | 23.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chingam
Public transport in the Chingam is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Anantnag, while the nearest airport is Sheikh Ul Alam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 83.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kishtwar to Chingam is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kishtwar to Chingam is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chingam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chingam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Chingam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chingam 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 Chingam
Where is Chingam located?
Chingam village is located in Chhatroo Tehsil, Kishtwar district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chingam?
The Gram Panchayat of Chingam is Chingam-a.
What is the pincode of Chingam?
The pincode of Chingam is 182205.
What is the population of Chingam?
Chingam has a total population of 4,717, including 2,419 males and 2,298 females.
How many households are there in Chingam?
There are 969 households in Chingam.
What is the literacy rate in Chingam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chingam is 31.99%. Male literacy is 41.30% and female literacy is 22.19%.