Chinchora - Bhaderwah, Doda
Chinchora is a village situated in the Bhaderwah tehsil of Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baderwah and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Doda. Chanchora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chinchora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chinchora is 004461. The village covers a total geographical area of 157.8 hectares and falls under the 182222 pincode. Baderwah is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Chinchora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhaderwah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chinchora
As per Census 2011, Chinchora village has a total population of 667 people, consisting of 343 males and 324 females. The village has 131 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 89 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 478 literate and 189 illiterate residents. Additionally, 246 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chinchora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 667 | 343 | 324 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 49 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 246 | 126 | 120 |
| Literate Population | 478 | 282 | 196 |
| Illiterate Population | 189 | 61 | 128 |
Nearby Villages of Chinchora
Chinchora 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 Chinchora
Chinchora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baderwah to Chinchora is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Doda to Chinchora is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chinchora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chinchora 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chinchora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chinchora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chinchora
Where is Chinchora located?
Chinchora village is located in Bhaderwah Tehsil, Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chinchora?
The Gram Panchayat of Chinchora is Chanchora.
What is the pincode of Chinchora?
The pincode of Chinchora is 182222.
What is the population of Chinchora?
Chinchora has a total population of 667, including 343 males and 324 females.
How many households are there in Chinchora?
There are 131 households in Chinchora.
What is the literacy rate in Chinchora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chinchora is 71.66%. Male literacy is 82.22% and female literacy is 60.49%.