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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Chanjloo village has a total population of 2,399 people, consisting of 1,233 males and 1,166 females. The village has 486 households and a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males. There are 481 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 797 literate and 1,602 illiterate residents. Additionally, 317 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chanjloo are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,399 | 1,233 | 1,166 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 481 | 257 | 224 |
| 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 gram panchayat of Chanjloo?
The Gram Panchayat of Chanjloo is Changloo.
What is the pincode of Chanjloo?
The pincode of Chanjloo is 182146.
What is the population of Chanjloo?
Chanjloo has a total population of 2,399, including 1,233 males and 1,166 females.
How many households are there in Chanjloo?
There are 486 households in Chanjloo.
What is the literacy rate in Chanjloo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chanjloo is 33.22%. Male literacy is 40.63% and female literacy is 25.39%.