Chakoo - Harmain, Shopian
Chakoo is a village situated in the Harmain tehsil of Shopian district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 15 km from Shopian and around 15 km from Shopian. Ch-chuland serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chakoo village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chakoo is 003447. The village covers a total geographical area of 58 hectares and falls under the 192303 pincode. Shopiyan is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Chakoo 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 Chakoo
As per Census 2011, Chakoo village has a total population of 422 people, consisting of 208 males and 214 females. The village has 77 households and a sex ratio of 1,028 females per 1,000 males. There are 84 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 196 literate and 226 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chakoo are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 422 | 208 | 214 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 45 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 196 | 110 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 226 | 98 | 128 |
Nearby Villages of Chakoo
Chakoo 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 Chakoo
Chakoo is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shopiyan to Chakoo is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shopian to Chakoo is about 15 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 Chakoo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chakoo village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chakoo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chakoo village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chakoo
Where is Chakoo located?
Chakoo village is located in Harmain Tehsil, Shopian district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chakoo?
The Gram Panchayat of Chakoo is Ch-chuland.
What is the pincode of Chakoo?
The pincode of Chakoo is 192303.
What is the population of Chakoo?
Chakoo has a total population of 422, including 208 males and 214 females.
How many households are there in Chakoo?
There are 77 households in Chakoo.
What is the literacy rate in Chakoo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chakoo is 46.45%. Male literacy is 52.88% and female literacy is 40.19%.