Chowdirigund - Chadoora, Budgam
Chowdirigund is a village situated in the Chadoora tehsil of Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 10 km from Chadoora and around 18 km from Budgam. Chowdrigundh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chowdirigund village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chowdirigund is 000811. The village covers a total geographical area of 98.7 hectares and falls under the 191113 pincode. Chadoora is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Chowdirigund village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chrar-i-sharief Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chowdirigund
As per Census 2011, Chowdirigund village has a total population of 705 people, consisting of 382 males and 323 females. The village has 76 households and a sex ratio of 845 females per 1,000 males. There are 167 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 244 literate and 461 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chowdirigund are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 705 | 382 | 323 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 167 | 96 | 71 |
| Literate Population | 244 | 164 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 461 | 218 | 243 |
Nearby Villages of Chowdirigund
Chowdirigund 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 Chowdirigund
Chowdirigund 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 | 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 Chadoora to Chowdirigund is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Budgam to Chowdirigund is about 18 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 Chowdirigund
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chowdirigund village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chowdirigund
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chowdirigund village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chowdirigund
Where is Chowdirigund located?
Chowdirigund village is located in Chadoora Tehsil, Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chowdirigund?
The Gram Panchayat of Chowdirigund is Chowdrigundh.
What is the pincode of Chowdirigund?
The pincode of Chowdirigund is 191113.
What is the population of Chowdirigund?
Chowdirigund has a total population of 705, including 382 males and 323 females.
How many households are there in Chowdirigund?
There are 76 households in Chowdirigund.
What is the literacy rate in Chowdirigund?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chowdirigund is 34.61%. Male literacy is 42.93% and female literacy is 24.77%.