Chainpur - Kalakote, Rajouri
Chainpur is a village situated in the Kalakote tehsil of Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalakote and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Rajouri.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chainpur is 001512. The village covers a total geographical area of 134 hectares and falls under the 185202 pincode. Sunderbani is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Population of Chainpur
According to the 2011 Census, Chainpur village had a total population of 774 people, including 403 males and 371 females, living in 173 households. The sex ratio was 921 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.53%, with male literacy at 90.78% and female literacy at 79.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 146, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 45.
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 | 774 | 403 | 371 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 45 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 146 | 83 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 45 | 27 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 585 | 325 | 260 |
| Illiterate Population | 189 | 78 | 111 |
Nearby Villages of Chainpur
Chainpur 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 Chainpur
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sunderbani to Chainpur is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajouri to Chainpur is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Chainpur
Where is Chainpur located?
Chainpur village is located in Kalakote Tehsil, Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the pincode of Chainpur?
The pincode of Chainpur is 185202.
What is the population of Chainpur?
Chainpur had a total population of 774, including 403 males and 371 females.
How many households are there in Chainpur?
Chainpur had 173 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chainpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chainpur was 85.53%. Male literacy was 90.78% and female literacy was 79.75%.