Cherorte - Gundna, Doda
Cherorte is a village situated in the Gundna tehsil of Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 45 km from Doda and around 45 km from Doda. Cherroute serves as the Gram Panchayat for Cherorte village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Cherorte is 004185. The village covers a total geographical area of 1795.6 hectares and falls under the 182201 pincode. Doda is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Cherorte village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Doda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Cherorte
As per Census 2011, Cherorte village has a total population of 3,904 people, consisting of 1,991 males and 1,913 females. The village has 848 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 706 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,559 literate and 2,345 illiterate residents. Additionally, 476 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,980 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Cherorte are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,904 | 1,991 | 1,913 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 706 | 357 | 349 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 476 | 250 | 226 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,980 | 970 | 1,010 |
| Literate Population | 1,559 | 1,017 | 542 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,345 | 974 | 1,371 |
Transport and Connectivity of Cherorte
Public transport in the Cherorte is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Doda to Cherorte is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Doda to Cherorte is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Cherorte
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Cherorte 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 Cherorte
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Cherorte village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Cherorte
Where is Cherorte located?
Cherorte village is located in Gundna Tehsil, Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Cherorte?
The Gram Panchayat of Cherorte is Cherroute.
What is the pincode of Cherorte?
The pincode of Cherorte is 182201.
What is the population of Cherorte?
Cherorte has a total population of 3,904, including 1,991 males and 1,913 females.
How many households are there in Cherorte?
There are 848 households in Cherorte.
What is the literacy rate in Cherorte?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Cherorte is 39.93%. Male literacy is 51.08% and female literacy is 28.33%.