Chahjar
Chahjar is a village located in Akhnoor tehsil of Jammu district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Akhnoor (tehsildar office) and 44km away from district headquarter Jammu. As per 2009 stats, Lehar is the gram panchayat of Chahjar village.
Here you can discover what makes Chahjar unique in its vibrant Akhnoor-Jammu region. You’ll see Chahjar’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Chahjar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chahjar is 005501. The village spans a total geographical area of 262.6 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 181201. Akhnoor is nearest town to Chahjar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
Google Map of Chahjar
Population of Chahjar
According to the 2011 Census, Chahjar has a total population of about 189, with approximately 106 males and 83 females. The sex ratio is around 783 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 32 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 29. The overall literacy rate is approximately 51.85%, with male literacy at about 58.49% and female literacy near 43.37%. There are around 46 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chahjar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 189 | 106 | 83 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 21 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 29 | 17 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 98 | 62 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 91 | 44 | 47 |
Connectivity of Chahjar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chahjar. As per the 2011 stats, Chahjar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chahjar
Knowing the nearby villages of Chahjar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chahjar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chahjar
- Where is Chahjar located?
- Chahjar village is situated in Akhnoor Tehsil, within the Jammu district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chahjar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chahjar is Lehar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chahjar?
- The pincode of Chahjar is 181201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chahjar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chahjar is 189, with 106 males and 83 females.
- How many households are there in Chahjar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chahjar village has a total of 46 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chahjar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chahjar is 51.85%. The male literacy rate is 58.49%, while the female literacy rate is 43.37%.