Maidan Chogul - Handwara, Kupwara
Maidan Chogul 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 18 km from the district headquarters in Kupwara. Maidan Chogal serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Maidan Chogul village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maidan Chogul is 000176. The village covers a total geographical area of 330.6 hectares and falls under the 193221 pincode. Handwara is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Maidan Chogul village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Maidan Chogul
According to the 2011 Census, Maidan Chogul village had a total population of 4,542 people, including 2,361 males and 2,181 females, living in 652 households. The sex ratio was 924 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.48%, with male literacy at 82.87% and female literacy at 63.52%.
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 | 4,542 | 2,361 | 2,181 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 719 | 394 | 325 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,809 | 1,630 | 1,179 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,733 | 731 | 1,002 |
Nearby Villages of Maidan Chogul
Maidan Chogul 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 Maidan Chogul
Maidan Chogul is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Handwara to Maidan Chogul is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kupwara to Maidan Chogul is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Maidan Chogul
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maidan Chogul village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Maidan Chogul
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maidan Chogul village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Maidan Chogul
Where is Maidan Chogul located?
Maidan Chogul village is located in Handwara Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Maidan Chogul?
The Halqa Panchayat of Maidan Chogul is Maidan Chogal.
What is the pincode of Maidan Chogul?
The pincode of Maidan Chogul is 193221.
What is the population of Maidan Chogul?
Maidan Chogul had a total population of 4,542, including 2,361 males and 2,181 females.
How many households are there in Maidan Chogul?
Maidan Chogul had 652 households.
What is the literacy rate in Maidan Chogul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maidan Chogul was 73.48%. Male literacy was 82.87% and female literacy was 63.52%.