Chanjloo - Banihal, Ramban
Chanjloo is a village situated in the Banihal tehsil of Ramban district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Banihal and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Ramban. Changloo serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Chanjloo village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chanjloo is 004529. The village covers a total geographical area of 1017.8 hectares and falls under the 182146 pincode. Banihal is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Chanjloo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Banihal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chanjloo
According to the 2011 Census, Chanjloo village had a total population of 2,399 people, including 1,233 males and 1,166 females, living in 486 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.55%, with male literacy at 51.33% and female literacy at 31.42%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 317.
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 | 2,399 | 1,233 | 1,166 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 481 | 257 | 224 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 317 | 161 | 156 |
| Literate Population | 797 | 501 | 296 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,602 | 732 | 870 |
Nearby Villages of Chanjloo
Chanjloo 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 Chanjloo
Chanjloo is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Chanjloo.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Banihal to Chanjloo is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ramban to Chanjloo is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chanjloo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chanjloo village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chanjloo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chanjloo village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chanjloo
Where is Chanjloo located?
Chanjloo village is located in Banihal Tehsil, Ramban district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Chanjloo?
The Halqa Panchayat of Chanjloo is Changloo.
What is the pincode of Chanjloo?
The pincode of Chanjloo is 182146.
What is the population of Chanjloo?
Chanjloo had a total population of 2,399, including 1,233 males and 1,166 females.
How many households are there in Chanjloo?
Chanjloo had 486 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chanjloo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chanjloo was 41.55%. Male literacy was 51.33% and female literacy was 31.42%.