Chapper - Latti, Udhampur
Chapper is a village situated in the Latti tehsil of Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 40 km from Ramnagar and around 84 km from Udhampur. Chapper-a serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chapper village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chapper is 005039. The village covers a total geographical area of 2678.6 hectares and falls under the 182161 pincode. Udhampur is the nearest town, located about 84 km away.
Chapper village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chapper
As per Census 2011, Chapper village has a total population of 3,625 people, consisting of 1,864 males and 1,761 females. The village has 656 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 753 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,310 literate and 2,315 illiterate residents. Additionally, 718 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,942 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chapper are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,625 | 1,864 | 1,761 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 753 | 398 | 355 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 718 | 376 | 342 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,942 | 993 | 949 |
| Literate Population | 1,310 | 828 | 482 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,315 | 1,036 | 1,279 |
Nearby Villages of Chapper
Chapper 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 Chapper
Public transport in the Chapper is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Udhampur to Chapper is about 84 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chapper
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chapper 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chapper
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chapper 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chapper
Where is Chapper located?
Chapper village is located in Latti Tehsil, Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chapper?
The Gram Panchayat of Chapper is Chapper-a.
What is the pincode of Chapper?
The pincode of Chapper is 182161.
What is the population of Chapper?
Chapper has a total population of 3,625, including 1,864 males and 1,761 females.
How many households are there in Chapper?
There are 656 households in Chapper.
What is the literacy rate in Chapper?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chapper is 36.14%. Male literacy is 44.42% and female literacy is 27.37%.