Chak Skandar
Chak Skandar is a village located in Akhnoor tehsil of Jammu district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Akhnoor (tehsildar office) and 148km away from district headquarter Jammu. As per 2009 stats, Bandwal is the gram panchayat of Chak Skandar village.
Here you can discover what makes Chak Skandar unique in its vibrant Akhnoor-Jammu region. You’ll see Chak Skandar’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 Chak Skandar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chak Skandar is 005585. The village spans a total geographical area of 66.4 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 181206. Jourian is nearest town to Chak Skandar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.
Google Map of Chak Skandar
Population of Chak Skandar
According to the 2011 Census, Chak Skandar has a total population of about 248, with approximately 120 males and 128 females. The sex ratio is around 1066 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. There are about 161 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.53%, with male literacy at about 74.17% and female literacy near 59.38%. There are around 50 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chak Skandar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 248 | 120 | 128 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 14 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 161 | 79 | 82 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 165 | 89 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 83 | 31 | 52 |
Connectivity of Chak Skandar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chak Skandar. As per the 2011 stats, Chak Skandar 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chak Skandar
Knowing the nearby villages of Chak Skandar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chak Skandar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chak Skandar
- Where is Chak Skandar located?
- Chak Skandar village is situated in Akhnoor Tehsil, within the Jammu district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chak Skandar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chak Skandar is Bandwal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chak Skandar?
- The pincode of Chak Skandar is 181206, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chak Skandar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chak Skandar is 248, with 120 males and 128 females.
- How many households are there in Chak Skandar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chak Skandar village has a total of 50 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chak Skandar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chak Skandar is 66.53%. The male literacy rate is 74.17%, while the female literacy rate is 59.38%.