Chhamber Kanari - Mandi, Poonch
Chhamber Kanari is a village situated in the Mandi tehsil of Poonch district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 15 km from Mandi and around 10 km from Punch. Chhamber Kanari village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhamber Kanari is 001144. The village covers a total geographical area of 861 hectares and falls under the 185102 pincode. Punch is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Chhamber Kanari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chhamber Kanari
According to the 2011 Census, Chhamber Kanari village had a total population of 1,877 people, including 967 males and 910 females, living in 389 households. The sex ratio was 941 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.48%, with male literacy at 80.94% and female literacy at 47.07%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 109.
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 | 1,877 | 967 | 910 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 264 | 138 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 109 | 51 | 58 |
| Literate Population | 1,040 | 671 | 369 |
| Illiterate Population | 837 | 296 | 541 |
Nearby Villages of Chhamber Kanari
Chhamber Kanari 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 Chhamber Kanari
Public transport in the Chhamber Kanari is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Punch to Chhamber Kanari is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhamber Kanari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhamber Kanari 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 Chhamber Kanari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhamber Kanari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chhamber Kanari
Where is Chhamber Kanari located?
Chhamber Kanari village is located in Mandi Tehsil, Poonch district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Chhamber Kanari?
Chhamber Kanari is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chhamber Kanari?
The pincode of Chhamber Kanari is 185102.
What is the population of Chhamber Kanari?
Chhamber Kanari had a total population of 1,877, including 967 males and 910 females.
How many households are there in Chhamber Kanari?
Chhamber Kanari had 389 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhamber Kanari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhamber Kanari was 64.48%. Male literacy was 80.94% and female literacy was 47.07%.