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.
Here you can discover what makes Dahou Chak unique in its vibrant Akhnoor-Jammu region. You’ll see Dahou Chak’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 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.
Google Map of Dahou Chak
Population of Dahou Chak
According to the 2011 Census, Dahou Chak has a total population of about 1,219, with approximately 614 males and 605 females. The sex ratio is around 985 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 167 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 420 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 70.30%, with male literacy at about 76.38% and female literacy near 64.13%. There are around 270 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dahou Chak's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.