Chakher - Awantipora, Pulwama
Chakher is a village situated in the Awantipora tehsil of Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Awaintipora and around 11 km from the district headquarters in Pulwama. Reshipora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chakher village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chakher is 003017. The village covers a total geographical area of 183.7 hectares and falls under the 192122 pincode. Awantipora is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Chakher village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pulwama Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chakher
According to the 2011 Census, Chakher village had a total population of 432 people, including 204 males and 228 females, living in 80 households. The sex ratio was 1,118 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.62%, with male literacy at 83.42% and female literacy at 52.76%.
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 | 432 | 204 | 228 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 17 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 261 | 156 | 105 |
| Illiterate Population | 171 | 48 | 123 |
Nearby Villages of Chakher
Chakher 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 Chakher
Chakher is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Chakher.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Awantipora to Chakher is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pulwama to Chakher is about 11 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 Chakher
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chakher 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chakher
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chakher 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 <1 km |
FAQs about Chakher
Where is Chakher located?
Chakher village is located in Awantipora Tehsil, Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chakher?
The Gram Panchayat of Chakher is Reshipora.
What is the pincode of Chakher?
The pincode of Chakher is 192122.
What is the population of Chakher?
Chakher had a total population of 432, including 204 males and 228 females.
How many households are there in Chakher?
Chakher had 80 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chakher?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chakher was 67.62%. Male literacy was 83.42% and female literacy was 52.76%.