Chimer - D H Pora, Kulgam
Chimer is a village situated in the D H Pora tehsil of Kulgam district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 11 km from Damhalhanji Pora and around 32 km from Kulgam. Chimer A serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Chimer village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chimer is 004086. The village covers a total geographical area of 746.7 hectares and falls under the 192233 pincode. Kulgam is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Chimer village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Noorabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anantnag Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chimer
According to the 2011 Census, Chimer village had a total population of 3,868 people, including 2,005 males and 1,863 females, living in 647 households. The sex ratio was 929 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.59%, with male literacy at 66.32% and female literacy at 46.58%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 80.
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 | 3,868 | 2,005 | 1,863 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 871 | 485 | 386 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 80 | 43 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 1,696 | 1,008 | 688 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,172 | 997 | 1,175 |
Nearby Villages of Chimer
Chimer 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 Chimer
Chimer is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kulgam to Chimer is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chimer
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chimer village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chimer
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chimer village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Chimer
Where is Chimer located?
Chimer village is located in D H Pora Tehsil, Kulgam district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Chimer?
The Halqa Panchayat of Chimer is Chimer A.
What is the pincode of Chimer?
The pincode of Chimer is 192233.
What is the population of Chimer?
Chimer had a total population of 3,868, including 2,005 males and 1,863 females.
How many households are there in Chimer?
Chimer had 647 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chimer?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chimer was 56.59%. Male literacy was 66.32% and female literacy was 46.58%.