Check Bakshi - Villgam, Kupwara
Check Bakshi is a village situated in the Villgam tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 25 km from Handwara and around 20 km from Kupwara. Cheerakote serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Check Bakshi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Check Bakshi is 000136. The village covers a total geographical area of 17.4 hectares and falls under the 193224 pincode. Kupwara is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Check Bakshi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Check Bakshi
According to the 2011 Census, Check Bakshi village had a total population of 240 people, including 111 males and 129 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 1,162 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.76%, with male literacy at 70.37% and female literacy at 39.13%.
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 | 240 | 111 | 129 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 30 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 93 | 57 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 147 | 54 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Check Bakshi
Check Bakshi 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 Bakshi
Check Bakshi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Check Bakshi is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kupwara to Check Bakshi is about 20 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 Check Bakshi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Check Bakshi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Check Bakshi
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 Bakshi 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Check Bakshi
Where is Check Bakshi located?
Check Bakshi village is located in Villgam Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Check Bakshi?
The Halqa Panchayat of Check Bakshi is Cheerakote.
What is the pincode of Check Bakshi?
The pincode of Check Bakshi is 193224.
What is the population of Check Bakshi?
Check Bakshi had a total population of 240, including 111 males and 129 females.
How many households are there in Check Bakshi?
Check Bakshi had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Check Bakshi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Check Bakshi was 53.76%. Male literacy was 70.37% and female literacy was 39.13%.