Chasoti - Machail, Kishtwar
Chasoti is a village situated in the Machail tehsil of Kishtwar district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 26 km from Atholi and around 80 km from Kishtwar. Muchail serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chasoti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chasoti is 004778. The village covers a total geographical area of 243.6 hectares and falls under the 182204 pincode. Kishtwar is the nearest town, located about 79 km away.
Chasoti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chasoti
As per Census 2011, Chasoti village has a total population of 336 people, consisting of 182 males and 154 females. The village has 73 households and a sex ratio of 846 females per 1,000 males. There are 57 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 165 literate and 171 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chasoti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 336 | 182 | 154 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 32 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 165 | 122 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 171 | 60 | 111 |
Nearby Villages of Chasoti
Chasoti 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 Chasoti
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Chasoti.
| 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 Kishtwar to Chasoti is about 79 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kishtwar to Chasoti is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chasoti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chasoti 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 Chasoti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chasoti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chasoti
Where is Chasoti located?
Chasoti village is located in Machail Tehsil, Kishtwar district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chasoti?
The Gram Panchayat of Chasoti is Muchail.
What is the pincode of Chasoti?
The pincode of Chasoti is 182204.
What is the population of Chasoti?
Chasoti has a total population of 336, including 182 males and 154 females.
How many households are there in Chasoti?
There are 73 households in Chasoti.
What is the literacy rate in Chasoti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chasoti is 49.11%. Male literacy is 67.03% and female literacy is 27.92%.