Chamkote - Karnah, Kupwara
Chamkote is a village situated in the Karnah tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karnah and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Kupwara. Chamkote A serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chamkote village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chamkote is 000346. The village covers a total geographical area of 127.1 hectares and falls under the 193225 pincode. Kupwara is the nearest town, located about 79 km away.
Chamkote village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karnah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chamkote
According to the 2011 Census, Chamkote village had a total population of 1,318 people, including 839 males and 479 females, living in 213 households. The sex ratio was 571 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.15%, with male literacy at 96.45% and female literacy at 66.32%.
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 | 1,318 | 839 | 479 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 206 | 107 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 958 | 706 | 252 |
| Illiterate Population | 360 | 133 | 227 |
Nearby Villages of Chamkote
Chamkote 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 Chamkote
Chamkote is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kupwara to Chamkote is about 79 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kupwara to Chamkote is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chamkote
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chamkote village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chamkote
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chamkote village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chamkote
Where is Chamkote located?
Chamkote village is located in Karnah Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chamkote?
The Gram Panchayat of Chamkote is Chamkote A.
What is the pincode of Chamkote?
The pincode of Chamkote is 193225.
What is the population of Chamkote?
Chamkote had a total population of 1,318, including 839 males and 479 females.
How many households are there in Chamkote?
Chamkote had 213 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chamkote?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chamkote was 86.15%. Male literacy was 96.45% and female literacy was 66.32%.