Chinner - Kangan, Ganderbal
Chinner is a village situated in the Kangan tehsil of Ganderbal district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kangan and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Gaderbal. Woussan B serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chinner village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chinner is 002888. The village covers a total geographical area of 150.5 hectares and falls under the 191202 pincode. Ganderbal is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Chinner village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kangan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chinner
As per Census 2011, Chinner village has a total population of 1,007 people, consisting of 511 males and 496 females. The village has 168 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 105 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 552 literate and 455 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chinner are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,007 | 511 | 496 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 46 | 59 |
| Literate Population | 552 | 328 | 224 |
| Illiterate Population | 455 | 183 | 272 |
Nearby Villages of Chinner
Chinner 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 Chinner
Chinner is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ganderbal to Chinner is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaderbal to Chinner is about 12 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chinner
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chinner village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chinner
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chinner village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chinner
Where is Chinner located?
Chinner village is located in Kangan Tehsil, Ganderbal district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chinner?
The Gram Panchayat of Chinner is Woussan B.
What is the pincode of Chinner?
The pincode of Chinner is 191202.
What is the population of Chinner?
Chinner has a total population of 1,007, including 511 males and 496 females.
How many households are there in Chinner?
There are 168 households in Chinner.
What is the literacy rate in Chinner?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chinner is 54.82%. Male literacy is 64.19% and female literacy is 45.16%.