Chandipora - Bijbehara, Anantnag
Chandipora is a village situated in the Bijbehara tehsil of Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bijbehara and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Anantnag. Chandipora village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandipora is 003606. The village covers a total geographical area of 108.5 hectares and falls under the 192124 pincode. Beijbehara is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Chandipora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bijbehara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anantnag Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chandipora
According to the 2011 Census, Chandipora village had a total population of 1,735 people, including 852 males and 883 females, living in 254 households. The sex ratio was 1,036 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.19%, with male literacy at 79.29% and female literacy at 54.07%.
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 | 1,735 | 852 | 883 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 268 | 147 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 971 | 559 | 412 |
| Illiterate Population | 764 | 293 | 471 |
Nearby Villages of Chandipora
Chandipora 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 Chandipora
Chandipora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Chandipora.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Beijbehara to Chandipora is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anantnag to Chandipora is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chandipora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandipora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chandipora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandipora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chandipora
Where is Chandipora located?
Chandipora village is located in Bijbehara Tehsil, Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Chandipora?
Chandipora is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chandipora?
The pincode of Chandipora is 192124.
What is the population of Chandipora?
Chandipora had a total population of 1,735, including 852 males and 883 females.
How many households are there in Chandipora?
Chandipora had 254 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chandipora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandipora was 66.19%. Male literacy was 79.29% and female literacy was 54.07%.