Chougal - Handwara, Kupwara
Chougal is a village situated in the Handwara tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Handwara and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Kupwara. Chogal serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Chougal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chougal is 000178. The village covers a total geographical area of 236 hectares and falls under the 193221 pincode. Handwara is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Chougal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chougal
According to the 2011 Census, Chougal village had a total population of 1,907 people, including 983 males and 924 females, living in 309 households. The sex ratio was 940 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.75%, with male literacy at 73.96% and female literacy at 48.90%.
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 | 1,907 | 983 | 924 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 320 | 169 | 151 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 980 | 602 | 378 |
| Illiterate Population | 927 | 381 | 546 |
Nearby Villages of Chougal
Chougal 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 Chougal
Chougal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Handwara to Chougal is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kupwara to Chougal 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 Chougal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chougal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chougal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chougal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Chougal
Where is Chougal located?
Chougal village is located in Handwara Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Chougal?
The Halqa Panchayat of Chougal is Chogal.
What is the pincode of Chougal?
The pincode of Chougal is 193221.
What is the population of Chougal?
Chougal had a total population of 1,907, including 983 males and 924 females.
How many households are there in Chougal?
Chougal had 309 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chougal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chougal was 61.75%. Male literacy was 73.96% and female literacy was 48.90%.