Chaklipora - Shangus, Anantnag
Chaklipora is a village situated in the Shangus tehsil of Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shangus and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Anantnag. Chaklipora village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chaklipora is 003749. The village covers a total geographical area of 283.3 hectares and falls under the 192201 pincode. Shangus is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Chaklipora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chaklipora
According to the 2011 Census, Chaklipora village had a total population of 4,052 people, including 2,075 males and 1,977 females, living in 748 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.32%, with male literacy at 53.54% and female literacy at 32.93%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3,347.
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 | 4,052 | 2,075 | 1,977 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,026 | 549 | 477 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,347 | 1,701 | 1,646 |
| Literate Population | 1,311 | 817 | 494 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,741 | 1,258 | 1,483 |
Nearby Villages of Chaklipora
Chaklipora 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 Chaklipora
Chaklipora 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shangus to Chaklipora is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anantnag to Chaklipora is about 31 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chaklipora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chaklipora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chaklipora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chaklipora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chaklipora
Where is Chaklipora located?
Chaklipora village is located in Shangus Tehsil, Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Chaklipora?
Chaklipora is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chaklipora?
The pincode of Chaklipora is 192201.
What is the population of Chaklipora?
Chaklipora had a total population of 4,052, including 2,075 males and 1,977 females.
How many households are there in Chaklipora?
Chaklipora had 748 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chaklipora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chaklipora was 43.32%. Male literacy was 53.54% and female literacy was 32.93%.