Chootali - Boniyar, Baramulla
Chootali is a village situated in the Boniyar tehsil of Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 16 km from Boniyar and around 38 km from Baramulla. Madianan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chootali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chootali is 002602. The village covers a total geographical area of 138 hectares and falls under the 193122 pincode. Baramulla is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Chootali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Uri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chootali
According to the 2011 Census, Chootali village had a total population of 1,105 people, including 595 males and 510 females, living in 140 households. The sex ratio was 857 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 20.61%, with male literacy at 29.09% and female literacy at 10.67%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,101.
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 | 1,105 | 595 | 510 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 290 | 155 | 135 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,101 | 592 | 509 |
| Literate Population | 168 | 128 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 937 | 467 | 470 |
Nearby Villages of Chootali
Chootali 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 Chootali
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Chootali.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baramulla to Chootali is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chootali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chootali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chootali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chootali 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chootali
Where is Chootali located?
Chootali village is located in Boniyar Tehsil, Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chootali?
The Gram Panchayat of Chootali is Madianan.
What is the pincode of Chootali?
The pincode of Chootali is 193122.
What is the population of Chootali?
Chootali had a total population of 1,105, including 595 males and 510 females.
How many households are there in Chootali?
Chootali had 140 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chootali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chootali was 20.61%. Male literacy was 29.09% and female literacy was 10.67%.