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.

Chahjar has its own place in the vibrant Jammu region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Chahjar

Below is a concise population overview of Chahjar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chahjar village:

  • The total population of Chahjar village is around 189, including approximately 106 males and 83 females, with a sex ratio of 783 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 32 children aged 0–6 years in Chahjar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Chahjar village has 29 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Chahjar village is about 51.85%, with male literacy at 58.49% and female literacy at 43.37%.
  • There are around 46 households in Chahjar village.

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.

Kharah Bali Kitial Simbal Thandi Choi Lahar Jogiani Basiara Jad Bhalwal Brahmana Jomotian Garh

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%.