Cher Kote - Villgam, Kupwara
Cher Kote is a village situated in the Villgam tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 26 km from Handwara and around 20 km from Kupwara. Cheerakote serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Cher Kote village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Cher Kote is 000144. The village covers a total geographical area of 33.2 hectares and falls under the 193224 pincode. Kupwara is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Cher Kote village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Cher Kote
According to the 2011 Census, Cher Kote village had a total population of 676 people, including 337 males and 339 females, living in 96 households. The sex ratio was 1,006 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.98%, with male literacy at 67.73% and female literacy at 47.95%.
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 | 676 | 337 | 339 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 181 | 86 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 287 | 170 | 117 |
| Illiterate Population | 389 | 167 | 222 |
Nearby Villages of Cher Kote
Cher Kote 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 Cher Kote
Cher Kote 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 Cher Kote is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Cher Kote
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Cher Kote village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Cher Kote
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Cher Kote village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Cher Kote
Where is Cher Kote located?
Cher Kote village is located in Villgam Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Cher Kote?
The Halqa Panchayat of Cher Kote is Cheerakote.
What is the pincode of Cher Kote?
The pincode of Cher Kote is 193224.
What is the population of Cher Kote?
Cher Kote had a total population of 676, including 337 males and 339 females.
How many households are there in Cher Kote?
Cher Kote had 96 households.
What is the literacy rate in Cher Kote?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Cher Kote was 57.98%. Male literacy was 67.73% and female literacy was 47.95%.