Chontipora - Qalamabad, Kupwara
Chontipora is a village situated in the Qalamabad tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 1 km from Handwara and around 9 km from Kupwara. Pringroo serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Chontipora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chontipora is 000181. The village covers a total geographical area of 153.4 hectares and falls under the 193302 pincode. Handwara is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Chontipora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chontipora
According to the 2011 Census, Chontipora village had a total population of 369 people, including 195 males and 174 females, living in 51 households. The sex ratio was 892 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.76%, with male literacy at 80.13% and female literacy at 59.52%.
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 | 369 | 195 | 174 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 44 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 196 | 121 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 173 | 74 | 99 |
Transport and Connectivity of Chontipora
Chontipora 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 Handwara to Chontipora is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kupwara to Chontipora is about 9 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chontipora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chontipora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chontipora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chontipora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Chontipora
Where is Chontipora located?
Chontipora village is located in Qalamabad Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Chontipora?
The Halqa Panchayat of Chontipora is Pringroo.
What is the pincode of Chontipora?
The pincode of Chontipora is 193302.
What is the population of Chontipora?
Chontipora had a total population of 369, including 195 males and 174 females.
How many households are there in Chontipora?
Chontipora had 51 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chontipora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chontipora was 70.76%. Male literacy was 80.13% and female literacy was 59.52%.