Chakkatoch - Bhaderwah, Doda
Chakkatoch is a village situated in the Bhaderwah tehsil of Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhadarwa and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Doda. Hanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chakkatoch village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chakkatoch is 004471. The village covers a total geographical area of 8.5 hectares and falls under the 182221 pincode. Bhadarwa is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Chakkatoch village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhaderwah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chakkatoch
According to the 2011 Census, Chakkatoch village had a total population of 37 people, including 19 males and 18 females, living in 6 households. The sex ratio was 947 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.25%, with male literacy at 88.89% and female literacy at 71.43%.
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 | 37 | 19 | 18 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 26 | 16 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 11 | 3 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Chakkatoch
Chakkatoch 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 Chakkatoch
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Chakkatoch.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhadarwa to Chakkatoch is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Doda to Chakkatoch is about 27 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chakkatoch
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chakkatoch village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chakkatoch
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chakkatoch village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chakkatoch
Where is Chakkatoch located?
Chakkatoch village is located in Bhaderwah Tehsil, Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chakkatoch?
The Gram Panchayat of Chakkatoch is Hanga.
What is the pincode of Chakkatoch?
The pincode of Chakkatoch is 182221.
What is the population of Chakkatoch?
Chakkatoch had a total population of 37, including 19 males and 18 females.
How many households are there in Chakkatoch?
Chakkatoch had 6 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chakkatoch?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chakkatoch was 81.25%. Male literacy was 88.89% and female literacy was 71.43%.