Chak Keshab
Chak Keshab is a village located in Bishnah tehsil of Jammu district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Bishnah (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Jammu. As per 2009 stats, Khojipur is the gram panchayat of Chak Keshab village.
Here you can discover what makes Chak Keshab unique in its vibrant Bishnah-Jammu region. You’ll see Chak Keshab’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 Keshab
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chak Keshab is 006222. The village spans a total geographical area of 37.2 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 181132. Bishnah is nearest town to Chak Keshab village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chak Keshab village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bishnah Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jammu Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chak Keshab
Population of Chak Keshab
According to the 2011 Census, Chak Keshab has a total population of about 173, with approximately 90 males and 83 females. The sex ratio is around 922 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 18 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.99%, with male literacy at about 84.44% and female literacy near 62.65%. There are around 34 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chak Keshab's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 173 | 90 | 83 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 128 | 76 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 14 | 31 |
Connectivity of Chak Keshab
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chak Keshab. As per the 2011 stats, Chak Keshab had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chak Keshab
Knowing the nearby villages of Chak Keshab helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chak Keshab.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chak Keshab
- Where is Chak Keshab located?
- Chak Keshab village is situated in Bishnah Tehsil, within the Jammu district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chak Keshab?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chak Keshab is Khojipur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chak Keshab?
- The pincode of Chak Keshab is 181132, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chak Keshab as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chak Keshab is 173, with 90 males and 83 females.
- How many households are there in Chak Keshab as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chak Keshab village has a total of 34 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chak Keshab as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chak Keshab is 73.99%. The male literacy rate is 84.44%, while the female literacy rate is 62.65%.