Blota Chigla - Ramnagar, Udhampur
Blota Chigla is a village situated in the Ramnagar tehsil of Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramnagar and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Udhampur. Chigla Balota serves as the Gram Panchayat for Blota Chigla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Blota Chigla is 005093. The village covers a total geographical area of 1151.3 hectares and falls under the 182128 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Blota Chigla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Blota Chigla
According to the 2011 Census, Blota Chigla village had a total population of 1,784 people, including 926 males and 858 females, living in 281 households. The sex ratio was 927 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.49%, with male literacy at 80.92% and female literacy at 48.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 191, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 219.
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 | 1,784 | 926 | 858 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 344 | 166 | 178 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 191 | 100 | 91 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 219 | 123 | 96 |
| Literate Population | 943 | 615 | 328 |
| Illiterate Population | 841 | 311 | 530 |
Nearby Villages of Blota Chigla
Blota Chigla 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 Blota Chigla
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Blota Chigla.
| 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 Ramnagar to Blota Chigla is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Udhampur to Blota Chigla is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Blota Chigla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Blota Chigla 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 Blota Chigla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Blota Chigla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Blota Chigla
Where is Blota Chigla located?
Blota Chigla village is located in Ramnagar Tehsil, Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Blota Chigla?
The Gram Panchayat of Blota Chigla is Chigla Balota.
What is the pincode of Blota Chigla?
The pincode of Blota Chigla is 182128.
What is the population of Blota Chigla?
Blota Chigla had a total population of 1,784, including 926 males and 858 females.
How many households are there in Blota Chigla?
Blota Chigla had 281 households.
What is the literacy rate in Blota Chigla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Blota Chigla was 65.49%. Male literacy was 80.92% and female literacy was 48.24%.