Chunteri - Phigsoo, Doda
Chunteri is a village situated in the Phigsoo tehsil of Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 13 km from Thathri and around 49 km from Doda. Nanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chunteri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chunteri is 004251. The village covers a total geographical area of 34.4 hectares and falls under the 182203 pincode. Thathri is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Chunteri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Inderwal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chunteri
As per Census 2011, Chunteri village has a total population of 152 people, consisting of 86 males and 66 females. The village has 29 households and a sex ratio of 767 females per 1,000 males. There are 30 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 74 literate and 78 illiterate residents. Additionally, 21 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chunteri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 152 | 86 | 66 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 16 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 12 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 74 | 53 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 78 | 33 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Chunteri
Chunteri 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 Chunteri
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Chunteri.
| 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 Thathri to Chunteri is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Doda to Chunteri is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chunteri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chunteri 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 Chunteri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chunteri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Chunteri
Where is Chunteri located?
Chunteri village is located in Phigsoo Tehsil, Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chunteri?
The Gram Panchayat of Chunteri is Nanda.
What is the pincode of Chunteri?
The pincode of Chunteri is 182203.
What is the population of Chunteri?
Chunteri has a total population of 152, including 86 males and 66 females.
How many households are there in Chunteri?
There are 29 households in Chunteri.
What is the literacy rate in Chunteri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chunteri is 48.68%. Male literacy is 61.63% and female literacy is 31.82%.