Chiterwach - Barbugh Imam Sahib, Shopian
Chiterwach is a village situated in the Barbugh Imam Sahib tehsil of Shopian district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 10 km from Shopian and around 10 km from Shopian. Urpora-b serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chiterwach village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chiterwach is 003403. The village covers a total geographical area of 45.7 hectares and falls under the 192303 pincode. Shopiyan is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Chiterwach village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Wachi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anantnag Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chiterwach
As per Census 2011, Chiterwach village has a total population of 592 people, consisting of 290 males and 302 females. The village has 92 households and a sex ratio of 1,041 females per 1,000 males. There are 95 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 301 literate and 291 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chiterwach are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 592 | 290 | 302 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 46 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 301 | 170 | 131 |
| Illiterate Population | 291 | 120 | 171 |
Nearby Villages of Chiterwach
Chiterwach 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 Chiterwach
Chiterwach is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Shopiyan to Chiterwach is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shopian to Chiterwach is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chiterwach
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chiterwach village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chiterwach
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chiterwach 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chiterwach
Where is Chiterwach located?
Chiterwach village is located in Barbugh Imam Sahib Tehsil, Shopian district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chiterwach?
The Gram Panchayat of Chiterwach is Urpora-b.
What is the pincode of Chiterwach?
The pincode of Chiterwach is 192303.
What is the population of Chiterwach?
Chiterwach has a total population of 592, including 290 males and 302 females.
How many households are there in Chiterwach?
There are 92 households in Chiterwach.
What is the literacy rate in Chiterwach?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chiterwach is 50.84%. Male literacy is 58.62% and female literacy is 43.38%.