Chak Alawal
Chak Alawal is a village located in Ranbir Singh Pora tehsil of Jammu district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter R.s.pura (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Jammu. As per 2009 stats, Darsopur is the gram panchayat of Chak Alawal village.
Here you can discover what makes Chak Alawal unique in its vibrant Ranbir Singh Pora-Jammu region. You’ll see Chak Alawal’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 Alawal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chak Alawal is 006024. The village spans a total geographical area of 44.1 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 181101. R.s.pura is nearest town to Chak Alawal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chak Alawal 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 Ranbir singh Pura 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 Alawal
Population of Chak Alawal
According to the 2011 Census, Chak Alawal has a total population of about 608, with approximately 320 males and 288 females. The sex ratio is around 900 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 60 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 218 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 8. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.52%, with male literacy at about 75.63% and female literacy near 71.18%. There are around 130 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chak Alawal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 608 | 320 | 288 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 34 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 218 | 114 | 104 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 447 | 242 | 205 |
| Illiterate Population | 161 | 78 | 83 |
Connectivity of Chak Alawal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chak Alawal. As per the 2011 stats, Chak Alawal 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chak Alawal
Knowing the nearby villages of Chak Alawal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chak Alawal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chak Alawal
- Where is Chak Alawal located?
- Chak Alawal village is situated in Ranbir Singh Pora Tehsil, within the Jammu district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chak Alawal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chak Alawal is Darsopur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chak Alawal?
- The pincode of Chak Alawal is 181101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chak Alawal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chak Alawal is 608, with 320 males and 288 females.
- How many households are there in Chak Alawal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chak Alawal village has a total of 130 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chak Alawal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chak Alawal is 73.52%. The male literacy rate is 75.63%, while the female literacy rate is 71.18%.