Chumurkone
Chumurkone 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
- Cold winters
- 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
- Urdu
- Other regional languages
Religion
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
- 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
- Male literacy: 85%
- Female literacy: 70%
Healthcare
Facilities
- Private clinics
- Traditional medicine practitioners
Administration
- Union Council: Broze
- Tehsil: Chitral
- District: Lower Chitral
Schools
- Govt High School Chumurkone
- Hira Model High School Chumurkone
- Eastern Model School Chumurkone