Rakh Chandipora - Pahalgam, Anantnag
Rakh Chandipora is a village situated in the Pahalgam tehsil of Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pahalgam and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Anantnag. Nowgam -a serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Rakh Chandipora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rakh Chandipora is 003572. The village covers a total geographical area of 35.2 hectares and falls under the 192126 pincode. Ashmuqam is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Rakh 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 Pahalgam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anantnag Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rakh Chandipora
According to the 2011 Census, Rakh Chandipora village had a total population of 700 people, including 341 males and 359 females, living in 113 households. The sex ratio was 1,053 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.83%, with male literacy at 69.60% and female literacy at 46.71%.
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 | 700 | 341 | 359 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 68 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 325 | 190 | 135 |
| Illiterate Population | 375 | 151 | 224 |
Nearby Villages of Rakh Chandipora
Rakh 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 Rakh Chandipora
Rakh Chandipora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ashmuqam to Rakh Chandipora is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anantnag to Rakh 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 Rakh Chandipora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rakh Chandipora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Rakh 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 Rakh Chandipora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Rakh Chandipora
Where is Rakh Chandipora located?
Rakh Chandipora village is located in Pahalgam Tehsil, Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Rakh Chandipora?
The Halqa Panchayat of Rakh Chandipora is Nowgam -a.
What is the pincode of Rakh Chandipora?
The pincode of Rakh Chandipora is 192126.
What is the population of Rakh Chandipora?
Rakh Chandipora had a total population of 700, including 341 males and 359 females.
How many households are there in Rakh Chandipora?
Rakh Chandipora had 113 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rakh Chandipora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rakh Chandipora was 57.83%. Male literacy was 69.60% and female literacy was 46.71%.