Chatkedi - Karnah, Kupwara
Chatkedi is a village situated in the Karnah tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karnah and around 128 km from the district headquarters in Kupwara. Prada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chatkedi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chatkedi is 000360. The village covers a total geographical area of 29.1 hectares and falls under the 193225 pincode. Kupwara is the nearest town, located about 128 km away.
Chatkedi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chatkedi
According to the 2011 Census, Chatkedi village had a total population of 189 people, including 99 males and 90 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 909 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.85%, with male literacy at 82.35% and female literacy at 64.52%.
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 | 189 | 99 | 90 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 31 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 96 | 56 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 93 | 43 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Chatkedi
Chatkedi 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 Chatkedi
Public transport in the Chatkedi is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Kupwara to Chatkedi is about 128 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chatkedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chatkedi 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 Chatkedi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chatkedi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chatkedi
Where is Chatkedi located?
Chatkedi village is located in Karnah Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chatkedi?
The Gram Panchayat of Chatkedi is Prada.
What is the pincode of Chatkedi?
The pincode of Chatkedi is 193225.
What is the population of Chatkedi?
Chatkedi had a total population of 189, including 99 males and 90 females.
How many households are there in Chatkedi?
Chatkedi had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chatkedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chatkedi was 73.85%. Male literacy was 82.35% and female literacy was 64.52%.