Chakra - Uri, Baramulla
Chakra is a village situated in the Uri tehsil of Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 17 km from Uri and around 62 km from Baramulla. Uroosa serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Chakra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chakra is 002526. The village covers a total geographical area of 104 hectares and falls under the 193123 pincode. Uri is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Chakra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Uri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chakra
According to the 2011 Census, Chakra village had a total population of 267 people, including 154 males and 113 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 734 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.96%, with male literacy at 88.43% and female literacy at 58.62%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 267 | 154 | 113 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 33 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 158 | 107 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 109 | 47 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Chakra
Chakra is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Chakra
Chakra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Uri to Chakra is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baramulla to Chakra is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chakra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chakra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chakra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chakra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chakra
Where is Chakra located?
Chakra village is located in Uri Tehsil, Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Chakra?
The Halqa Panchayat of Chakra is Uroosa.
What is the pincode of Chakra?
The pincode of Chakra is 193123.
What is the population of Chakra?
Chakra had a total population of 267, including 154 males and 113 females.
How many households are there in Chakra?
Chakra had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chakra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chakra was 75.96%. Male literacy was 88.43% and female literacy was 58.62%.