Chandhara - Pampore, Pulwama
Chandhara is a village situated in the Pampore tehsil of Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pampore and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Pulwama. Chandhar serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Chandhara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandhara is 002979. The village covers a total geographical area of 487.7 hectares and falls under the 192121 pincode. Pampore is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Chandhara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pampore Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chandhara
According to the 2011 Census, Chandhara village had a total population of 3,551 people, including 1,841 males and 1,710 females, living in 520 households. The sex ratio was 929 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.96%, with male literacy at 81.93% and female literacy at 57.78%.
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 | 3,551 | 1,841 | 1,710 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 711 | 408 | 303 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,987 | 1,174 | 813 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,564 | 667 | 897 |
Nearby Villages of Chandhara
Chandhara 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 Chandhara
Chandhara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Chandhara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pampore to Chandhara is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pulwama to Chandhara is about 16 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 Chandhara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandhara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chandhara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandhara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Chandhara
Where is Chandhara located?
Chandhara village is located in Pampore Tehsil, Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Chandhara?
The Halqa Panchayat of Chandhara is Chandhar.
What is the pincode of Chandhara?
The pincode of Chandhara is 192121.
What is the population of Chandhara?
Chandhara had a total population of 3,551, including 1,841 males and 1,710 females.
How many households are there in Chandhara?
Chandhara had 520 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chandhara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandhara was 69.96%. Male literacy was 81.93% and female literacy was 57.78%.