Charligund - Lalpora, Kupwara
Charligund is a village situated in the Lalpora tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 22 km from Kupwara and around 22 km from Kupwarta. Rednag Charligund serves as the Gram Panchayat for Charligund village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charligund is 000036. The village covers a total geographical area of 85.8 hectares and falls under the 193223 pincode. Kupwara is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Charligund village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lolab Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Charligund
As per Census 2011, Charligund village has a total population of 1,409 people, consisting of 568 males and 841 females. The village has 91 households and a sex ratio of 1,480 females per 1,000 males. There are 353 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 623 literate and 786 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Charligund are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,409 | 568 | 841 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 353 | 129 | 224 |
| Literate Population | 623 | 287 | 336 |
| Illiterate Population | 786 | 281 | 505 |
Nearby Villages of Charligund
Charligund 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 Charligund
Charligund is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Charligund is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kupwarta to Charligund is about 22 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 Charligund
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charligund village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Charligund
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charligund village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Charligund
Where is Charligund located?
Charligund village is located in Lalpora Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charligund?
The Gram Panchayat of Charligund is Rednag Charligund.
What is the pincode of Charligund?
The pincode of Charligund is 193223.
What is the population of Charligund?
Charligund has a total population of 1,409, including 568 males and 841 females.
How many households are there in Charligund?
There are 91 households in Charligund.
What is the literacy rate in Charligund?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charligund is 44.22%. Male literacy is 50.53% and female literacy is 39.95%.