Chiterkoot - Karnah, Kupwara
Chiterkoot is a village situated in the Karnah tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karnah and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Kupwara. Chamkote B serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chiterkoot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chiterkoot is 000347. The village covers a total geographical area of 83 hectares and falls under the 193225 pincode. Kupwara is the nearest town, located about 97 km away.
Chiterkoot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karnah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chiterkoot
According to the 2011 Census, Chiterkoot village had a total population of 747 people, including 402 males and 345 females, living in 142 households. The sex ratio was 858 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.54%, with male literacy at 83.87% and female literacy at 61.09%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 747 | 402 | 345 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 180 | 92 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 417 | 260 | 157 |
| Illiterate Population | 330 | 142 | 188 |
Nearby Villages of Chiterkoot
Chiterkoot 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 Chiterkoot
Public transport in the Chiterkoot is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Kupwara to Chiterkoot is about 97 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kupwara to Chiterkoot is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chiterkoot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chiterkoot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chiterkoot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chiterkoot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chiterkoot
Where is Chiterkoot located?
Chiterkoot village is located in Karnah Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chiterkoot?
The Gram Panchayat of Chiterkoot is Chamkote B.
What is the pincode of Chiterkoot?
The pincode of Chiterkoot is 193225.
What is the population of Chiterkoot?
Chiterkoot had a total population of 747, including 402 males and 345 females.
How many households are there in Chiterkoot?
Chiterkoot had 142 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chiterkoot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chiterkoot was 73.54%. Male literacy was 83.87% and female literacy was 61.09%.