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 Halqa 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
According to the 2011 Census, Chakoo village had a total population of 422 people, including 208 males and 214 females, living in 77 households. The sex ratio was 1,029 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.99%, with male literacy at 67.48% and female literacy at 49.14%.
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 | 422 | 208 | 214 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 45 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 Halqa Panchayat of Chakoo?
The Halqa 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 had a total population of 422, including 208 males and 214 females.
How many households are there in Chakoo?
Chakoo had 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chakoo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chakoo was 57.99%. Male literacy was 67.48% and female literacy was 49.14%.