Chak Murar
Chak Murar is a village located in Bishnah tehsil of Jammu district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Bishnah (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Jammu. As per 2009 stats, Chak Murar village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chak Murar unique in its vibrant Bishnah-Jammu region. You’ll see Chak Murar’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 Murar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chak Murar is 006191. The village spans a total geographical area of 270.7 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 181132. Bishnah is nearest town to Chak Murar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 2km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chak Murar 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 Murar
Population of Chak Murar
According to the 2011 Census, Chak Murar has a total population of about 2,042, with approximately 1,065 males and 977 females. The sex ratio is around 917 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 223 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 643 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 34. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.95%, with male literacy at about 80.94% and female literacy near 66.33%. There are around 414 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chak Murar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,042 | 1,065 | 977 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 223 | 116 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 643 | 340 | 303 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 34 | 18 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 1,510 | 862 | 648 |
| Illiterate Population | 532 | 203 | 329 |
Connectivity of Chak Murar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chak Murar. As per the 2011 stats, Chak Murar 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 Chak Murar
Knowing the nearby villages of Chak Murar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chak Murar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chak Murar
- Where is Chak Murar located?
- Chak Murar village is situated in Bishnah Tehsil, within the Jammu district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chak Murar?
- Chak Murar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chak Murar?
- The pincode of Chak Murar is 181132, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chak Murar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chak Murar is 2,042, with 1,065 males and 977 females.
- How many households are there in Chak Murar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chak Murar village has a total of 414 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chak Murar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chak Murar is 73.95%. The male literacy rate is 80.94%, while the female literacy rate is 66.33%.