Chinigund - Bijbehara, Anantnag
Chinigund is a village situated in the Bijbehara tehsil of Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bijbehara and around 14 km from the district headquarters in Anantnag. Bewora serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Chinigund village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chinigund is 003605. The village covers a total geographical area of 46.9 hectares and falls under the 192124 pincode. Beijbehara is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Chinigund 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 Chinigund
According to the 2011 Census, Chinigund village had a total population of 739 people, including 341 males and 398 females, living in 103 households. The sex ratio was 1,167 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.01%, with male literacy at 76.09% and female literacy at 59.05%.
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 | 739 | 341 | 398 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 148 | 65 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 396 | 210 | 186 |
| Illiterate Population | 343 | 131 | 212 |
Nearby Villages of Chinigund
Chinigund 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 Chinigund
Chinigund is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Chinigund.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Chinigund is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anantnag to Chinigund is about 14 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 Chinigund
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chinigund village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chinigund
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chinigund village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chinigund
Where is Chinigund located?
Chinigund village is located in Bijbehara Tehsil, Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Chinigund?
The Halqa Panchayat of Chinigund is Bewora.
What is the pincode of Chinigund?
The pincode of Chinigund is 192124.
What is the population of Chinigund?
Chinigund had a total population of 739, including 341 males and 398 females.
How many households are there in Chinigund?
Chinigund had 103 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chinigund?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chinigund was 67.01%. Male literacy was 76.09% and female literacy was 59.05%.