Chounri

Chounri is a village located in Gandoh tehsil of Doda district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Gandoh (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Doda. As per 2009 stats, Chonwery is the gram panchayat of Chounri village.

Here you can discover what makes Chounri unique in its vibrant Gandoh-Doda region. You’ll see Chounri’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Chounri

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chounri is 004353. The village spans a total geographical area of 145.7 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 182203. Doda is nearest town to Chounri village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 80km away.

When it comes to local governance, Chounri village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bhaderwah Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Udhampur  Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

Google Map of Chounri

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Population of Chounri

According to the 2011 Census, Chounri has a total population of about 933, with approximately 474 males and 459 females. The sex ratio is around 968 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 167 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 11 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 609. The overall literacy rate is approximately 46.52%, with male literacy at about 54.85% and female literacy near 37.91%. There are around 165 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chounri's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 933 474 459
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 167 84 83
Scheduled Castes (SC) 11 5 6
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 609 322 287
Literate Population 434 260 174
Illiterate Population 499 214 285

Connectivity of Chounri

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chounri. As per the 2011 stats, Chounri had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Chounri

Knowing the nearby villages of Chounri helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chounri.

Frequently Asked Questions about Chounri

Where is Chounri located?
Chounri village is situated in Gandoh Tehsil, within the Doda district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chounri?
The Gram Panchayat of Chounri is Chonwery (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Chounri?
The pincode of Chounri is 182203, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chounri as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chounri is 933, with 474 males and 459 females.
How many households are there in Chounri as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chounri village has a total of 165 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chounri as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chounri is 46.52%. The male literacy rate is 54.85%, while the female literacy rate is 37.91%.