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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Chinigund village has a total population of 739 people, consisting of 341 males and 398 females. The village has 103 households and a sex ratio of 1,167 females per 1,000 males. There are 148 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 396 literate and 343 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chinigund are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 739 | 341 | 398 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 148 | 65 | 83 |
| 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 gram panchayat of Chinigund?
The Gram Panchayat of Chinigund is Bewora.
What is the pincode of Chinigund?
The pincode of Chinigund is 192124.
What is the population of Chinigund?
Chinigund has a total population of 739, including 341 males and 398 females.
How many households are there in Chinigund?
There are 103 households in Chinigund.
What is the literacy rate in Chinigund?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chinigund is 53.59%. Male literacy is 61.58% and female literacy is 46.73%.