Check Puran Village - Qaziabad (Kralgund), Kupwara
Check Puran is a village situated in the Qaziabad (Kralgund) tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 20 km from Handwara and around 40 km from Kupwara. Gund Kamal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Check Puran village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Check Puran is 000296. The village covers a total geographical area of 42.5 hectares and falls under the 193302 pincode. Handwara is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Check Puran village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Check Puran
As per Census 2011, Check Puran village has a total population of 166 people, consisting of 82 males and 84 females. The village has 24 households and a sex ratio of 1,024 females per 1,000 males. There are 38 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 85 literate and 81 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Check Puran are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 166 | 82 | 84 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 20 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 85 | 44 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 81 | 38 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Check Puran
Check Puran 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 Check Puran
Public transport in the Check Puran 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 Handwara to Check Puran is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kupwara to Check Puran is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Check Puran
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Check Puran village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Check Puran
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Check Puran 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Check Puran
Where is Check Puran located?
Check Puran village is located in Qaziabad (Kralgund) Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Check Puran?
The Gram Panchayat of Check Puran is Gund Kamal.
What is the pincode of Check Puran?
The pincode of Check Puran is 193302.
What is the population of Check Puran?
Check Puran has a total population of 166, including 82 males and 84 females.
How many households are there in Check Puran?
There are 24 households in Check Puran.
What is the literacy rate in Check Puran?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Check Puran is 51.20%. Male literacy is 53.66% and female literacy is 48.81%.