Chinote - Bhaderwah, Doda
Chinote is a village situated in the Bhaderwah tehsil of Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baderwah and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Doda. Chinote village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chinote is 004502. The village covers a total geographical area of 88.2 hectares and falls under the 182222 pincode. Baderwah is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Chinote 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 Chinote
According to the 2011 Census, Chinote village had a total population of 1,369 people, including 700 males and 669 females, living in 265 households. The sex ratio was 956 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.21%, with male literacy at 87.97% and female literacy at 69.90%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 41, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 110.
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 | 1,369 | 700 | 669 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 176 | 85 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 18 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 110 | 59 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 945 | 541 | 404 |
| Illiterate Population | 424 | 159 | 265 |
Nearby Villages of Chinote
Chinote 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 Chinote
Chinote 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 Chinote is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Doda to Chinote is about 36 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 Chinote
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chinote village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chinote
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chinote 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Chinote
Where is Chinote located?
Chinote village is located in Bhaderwah Tehsil, Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chinote?
Chinote is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chinote?
The pincode of Chinote is 182222.
What is the population of Chinote?
Chinote had a total population of 1,369, including 700 males and 669 females.
How many households are there in Chinote?
Chinote had 265 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chinote?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chinote was 79.21%. Male literacy was 87.97% and female literacy was 69.90%.