Chalasoo - Drabshala, Kishtwar
Chalasoo is a village situated in the Drabshala tehsil of Kishtwar district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 10 km from Kishtwar and around 10 km from Kishtwar. Baroti serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Chalasoo village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chalasoo is 004700. The village covers a total geographical area of 274.8 hectares and falls under the 182204 pincode. Kishtwar is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Chalasoo 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 Chalasoo
According to the 2011 Census, Chalasoo village had a total population of 278 people, including 139 males and 139 females, living in 49 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.48%, with male literacy at 65.85% and female literacy at 38.66%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 22.
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 | 278 | 139 | 139 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 16 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 13 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 127 | 81 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 151 | 58 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Chalasoo
Chalasoo 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 Chalasoo
Chalasoo is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Chalasoo is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kishtwar to Chalasoo is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chalasoo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chalasoo 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 Chalasoo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chalasoo 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chalasoo
Where is Chalasoo located?
Chalasoo village is located in Drabshala Tehsil, Kishtwar district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Chalasoo?
The Halqa Panchayat of Chalasoo is Baroti.
What is the pincode of Chalasoo?
The pincode of Chalasoo is 182204.
What is the population of Chalasoo?
Chalasoo had a total population of 278, including 139 males and 139 females.
How many households are there in Chalasoo?
Chalasoo had 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chalasoo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chalasoo was 52.48%. Male literacy was 65.85% and female literacy was 38.66%.