Chersoo - Awantipora, Pulwama
Chersoo is a village situated in the Awantipora tehsil of Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Awantipora and around 14 km from the district headquarters in Pulwama. Chersoo - I serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chersoo village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chersoo is 002996. The village covers a total geographical area of 397.8 hectares and falls under the 192122 pincode. Awantipora is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Chersoo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tral Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chersoo
According to the 2011 Census, Chersoo village had a total population of 5,046 people, including 2,597 males and 2,449 females, living in 631 households. The sex ratio was 943 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.49%, with male literacy at 82.31% and female literacy at 56.38%.
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 | 5,046 | 2,597 | 2,449 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,133 | 619 | 514 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,719 | 1,628 | 1,091 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,327 | 969 | 1,358 |
Nearby Villages of Chersoo
Chersoo 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 Chersoo
Chersoo is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Chersoo.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Chersoo is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pulwama to Chersoo is about 14 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 Chersoo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chersoo 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chersoo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chersoo 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 Chersoo
Where is Chersoo located?
Chersoo village is located in Awantipora Tehsil, Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chersoo?
The Gram Panchayat of Chersoo is Chersoo - I.
What is the pincode of Chersoo?
The pincode of Chersoo is 192122.
What is the population of Chersoo?
Chersoo had a total population of 5,046, including 2,597 males and 2,449 females.
How many households are there in Chersoo?
Chersoo had 631 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chersoo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chersoo was 69.49%. Male literacy was 82.31% and female literacy was 56.38%.