Chumurkone (Urdu: چمرکون) is a village in the Lower Chitral District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan. It is situated approximately south of Chitral city along the Chitral River.
Geography and Climate
Location Chumurkone is located in the southern region of Lower Chitral, nestled in the Hindu Kush mountain range. The village sits at an elevation of approximately above sea level.
Climate The village experiences a highland climate with:
Warm summers (June-August) Cold winters (December-February) Average annual rainfall: Average winter snowfall:
Demographics
Population The population of Chumurkone comprises more than 1,500 households. According to the 2017 Census of Pakistan, the total population was over 10000.
Languages
Khowar (primary language) Urdu (national language) Other regional languages
Religion The majority of the population is Muslim.
History According to local historical accounts, the settlement history of Chumurkone dates back approximately 2,000 years, with evidence of Chinese administration in the region during ancient times. The village has been an important agricultural center in Lower Chitral throughout its history.
Cultural Heritage
Traditional architecture Local customs and festivals Historical sites
Economy
Main Economic Activities
Agriculture Livestock farming Small businesses Remittances from urban areas
Agriculture Major crops include:
Wheat Maize Vegetables Fruit orchards
Infrastructure
Transportation
Connected to Chitral city via N-45 Public transport services Local taxi services
Utilities
Electricity supply Water supply system Telecommunication services
Education
Schools
Government High School Chumurkone Hira Model High School Chumurkone Eastern Model School Chumurkone
Literacy Rate The literacy rate is approximately 78%, with:
Male literacy: 85% Female literacy: 70%
Healthcare
Facilities
Private clinics Traditional medicine practitioners
Administration The village is administered under:
Union Council: Broze Tehsil: Chitral District: Lower Chitral
Schools Govt High School Chumurkone Hira Model High School Chumurkone Eastern Model School Chumurkone
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