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 Halqa 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
According to the 2011 Census, Cherorte village had a total population of 3,904 people, including 1,991 males and 1,913 females, living in 848 households. The sex ratio was 961 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.75%, with male literacy at 62.24% and female literacy at 34.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 476, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,980.
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 | 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 Halqa Panchayat of Cherorte?
The Halqa Panchayat of Cherorte is Cherroute.
What is the pincode of Cherorte?
The pincode of Cherorte is 182201.
What is the population of Cherorte?
Cherorte had a total population of 3,904, including 1,991 males and 1,913 females.
How many households are there in Cherorte?
Cherorte had 848 households.
What is the literacy rate in Cherorte?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Cherorte was 48.75%. Male literacy was 62.24% and female literacy was 34.65%.