Changer - Marwah, Kishtwar
Changer is a village situated in the Marwah tehsil of Kishtwar district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Marwah and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Kishtwar. Changer village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Changer is 004747. The village covers a total geographical area of 2141.2 hectares and falls under the 182205 pincode. Kishtwar is the nearest town, located about 77 km away.
Changer village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kishtwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Changer
As per Census 2011, Changer village has a total population of 2,174 people, consisting of 1,108 males and 1,066 females. The village has 487 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 400 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,000 literate and 1,174 illiterate residents. Additionally, 22 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Changer are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,174 | 1,108 | 1,066 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 400 | 199 | 201 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 9 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 1,000 | 644 | 356 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,174 | 464 | 710 |
Nearby Villages of Changer
Changer 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 Changer
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Changer.
| 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 Changer is about 77 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kishtwar to Changer is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Changer
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Changer village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Changer
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Changer 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Changer
Where is Changer located?
Changer village is located in Marwah Tehsil, Kishtwar district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Changer?
Changer is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Changer?
The pincode of Changer is 182205.
What is the population of Changer?
Changer has a total population of 2,174, including 1,108 males and 1,066 females.
How many households are there in Changer?
There are 487 households in Changer.
What is the literacy rate in Changer?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Changer is 46.00%. Male literacy is 58.12% and female literacy is 33.40%.