Chohar - Majalta, Udhampur
Chohar is a village situated in the Majalta tehsil of Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 46 km from the tehsil headquarters in Majalta and around 86 km from the district headquarters in Udhampur. Chore Panjian serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chohar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chohar is 005158. The village covers a total geographical area of 1740.2 hectares and falls under the 184121 pincode. Udhampur is the nearest town, located about 86 km away.
Chohar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chohar
As per Census 2011, Chohar village has a total population of 2,379 people, consisting of 1,264 males and 1,115 females. The village has 416 households and a sex ratio of 882 females per 1,000 males. There are 370 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 996 literate and 1,383 illiterate residents. Additionally, 571 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 209 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chohar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,379 | 1,264 | 1,115 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 370 | 196 | 174 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 571 | 291 | 280 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 209 | 107 | 102 |
| Literate Population | 996 | 648 | 348 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,383 | 616 | 767 |
Nearby Villages of Chohar
Chohar 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 Chohar
Chohar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Chohar is about 86 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chohar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chohar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chohar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chohar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chohar
Where is Chohar located?
Chohar village is located in Majalta Tehsil, Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chohar?
The Gram Panchayat of Chohar is Chore Panjian.
What is the pincode of Chohar?
The pincode of Chohar is 184121.
What is the population of Chohar?
Chohar has a total population of 2,379, including 1,264 males and 1,115 females.
How many households are there in Chohar?
There are 416 households in Chohar.
What is the literacy rate in Chohar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chohar is 41.87%. Male literacy is 51.27% and female literacy is 31.21%.