Changmula - Zachaldara, Kupwara
Changmula is a village situated in the Zachaldara tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 12 km from Handwara and around 40 km from Kupwara. Changimulla serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Changmula village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Changmula is 000239. The village covers a total geographical area of 119.8 hectares and falls under the 193221 pincode. Handwara is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Changmula village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Changmula
According to the 2011 Census, Changmula village had a total population of 904 people, including 472 males and 432 females, living in 132 households. The sex ratio was 915 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.55%, with male literacy at 61.05% and female literacy at 39.14%.
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 | 904 | 472 | 432 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 174 | 92 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 369 | 232 | 137 |
| Illiterate Population | 535 | 240 | 295 |
Nearby Villages of Changmula
Changmula 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 Changmula
Changmula is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Handwara to Changmula is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kupwara to Changmula is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Changmula
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Changmula village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Changmula
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Changmula village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Changmula
Where is Changmula located?
Changmula village is located in Zachaldara Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Changmula?
The Halqa Panchayat of Changmula is Changimulla.
What is the pincode of Changmula?
The pincode of Changmula is 193221.
What is the population of Changmula?
Changmula had a total population of 904, including 472 males and 432 females.
How many households are there in Changmula?
Changmula had 132 households.
What is the literacy rate in Changmula?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Changmula was 50.55%. Male literacy was 61.05% and female literacy was 39.14%.