Dahou Chak
Dahou Chak is a village located in Akhnoor tehsil of Jammu district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 21km away from sub-district headquarter Akhnoor (tehsildar office) and 49km away from district headquarter Jammu. As per 2009 stats, Bakore is the gram panchayat of Dahou Chak village.
Dahou Chak 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 Dahou Chak
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dahou Chak is 005589. The village spans a total geographical area of 97.1 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 181202. Jourian is nearest town to Dahou Chak village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
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Population of Dahou Chak
Below is a concise population overview of Dahou Chak as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,219 | 614 | 605 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 167 | 99 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 420 | 216 | 204 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 857 | 469 | 388 |
| Illiterate Population | 362 | 145 | 217 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dahou Chak village:
- The total population of Dahou Chak village is around 1,219, including approximately 614 males and 605 females, with a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 167 children aged 0–6 years in Dahou Chak village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Dahou Chak village has 420 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Dahou Chak village is about 70.30%, with male literacy at 76.38% and female literacy at 64.13%.
- There are around 270 households in Dahou Chak village.
Connectivity of Dahou Chak
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dahou Chak. As per the 2011 stats, Dahou Chak had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dahou Chak
Knowing the nearby villages of Dahou Chak helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dahou Chak.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dahou Chak
- Where is Dahou Chak located?
- Dahou Chak village is situated in Akhnoor Tehsil, within the Jammu district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dahou Chak?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dahou Chak is Bakore (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dahou Chak?
- The pincode of Dahou Chak is 181202, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dahou Chak as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dahou Chak is 1,219, with 614 males and 605 females.
- How many households are there in Dahou Chak as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dahou Chak village has a total of 270 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dahou Chak as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dahou Chak is 70.30%. The male literacy rate is 76.38%, while the female literacy rate is 64.13%.