Chak Handa
Chak Handa is a village located in Hiranagar tehsil of Kathua district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Hiranagar (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Kathua.
Here you can discover what makes Chak Handa unique in its vibrant Hiranagar-Kathua region. You’ll see Chak Handa’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 Handa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chak Handa is 002149. The village spans a total geographical area of 210 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 184148. Hiranagar is nearest town to Chak Handa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Chak Handa
Population of Chak Handa
According to the 2011 Census, Chak Handa has a total population of about 862, with approximately 445 males and 417 females. The sex ratio is around 937 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 138 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There is 1 member of the Scheduled Castes (SC) community, an important social group here. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 473. The overall literacy rate is approximately 53.60%, with male literacy at about 58.65% and female literacy near 48.20%. There are around 158 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chak Handa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 862 | 445 | 417 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 84 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 473 | 242 | 231 |
| Literate Population | 462 | 261 | 201 |
| Illiterate Population | 400 | 184 | 216 |
Connectivity of Chak Handa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chak Handa. As per the 2011 stats, Chak Handa 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chak Handa
Knowing the nearby villages of Chak Handa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chak Handa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chak Handa
- Where is Chak Handa located?
- Chak Handa village is situated in Hiranagar Tehsil, within the Kathua district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the pincode of Chak Handa?
- The pincode of Chak Handa is 184148, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chak Handa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chak Handa is 862, with 445 males and 417 females.
- How many households are there in Chak Handa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chak Handa village has a total of 158 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chak Handa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chak Handa is 53.60%. The male literacy rate is 58.65%, while the female literacy rate is 48.20%.