Chonti Wari - Machil, Kupwara
Chonti Wari is a village situated in the Machil tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 90 km from Kupwara and around 90 km from Kupwara. Chontiwari A serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chonti Wari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chonti Wari is 000010. The village covers a total geographical area of 385.3 hectares and falls under the 193222 pincode. Kupwara is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Chonti Wari 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 Chonti Wari
As per Census 2011, Chonti Wari village has a total population of 4,437 people, consisting of 2,446 males and 1,991 females. The village has 472 households and a sex ratio of 813 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,493 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,194 literate and 3,243 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chonti Wari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,437 | 2,446 | 1,991 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,493 | 861 | 632 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,194 | 775 | 419 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,243 | 1,671 | 1,572 |
Nearby Villages of Chonti Wari
Chonti Wari 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 Chonti Wari
Chonti Wari 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 >10 km |
| 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 Kupwara to Chonti Wari is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chonti Wari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chonti Wari 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 Chonti Wari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chonti Wari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chonti Wari
Where is Chonti Wari located?
Chonti Wari village is located in Machil Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chonti Wari?
The Gram Panchayat of Chonti Wari is Chontiwari A.
What is the pincode of Chonti Wari?
The pincode of Chonti Wari is 193222.
What is the population of Chonti Wari?
Chonti Wari has a total population of 4,437, including 2,446 males and 1,991 females.
How many households are there in Chonti Wari?
There are 472 households in Chonti Wari.
What is the literacy rate in Chonti Wari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chonti Wari is 26.91%. Male literacy is 31.68% and female literacy is 21.04%.