Chak Chua - Bishnah, Jammu
Chak Chua is a village situated in the Bishnah tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishnah and around 19 km from the district headquarters in Jammu. Kanhal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chak Chua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Chua is 006184. The village covers a total geographical area of 96.3 hectares and falls under the 181132 pincode. Bahamana is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Chak Chua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bishnah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chak Chua
As per Census 2011, Chak Chua village has a total population of 1,204 people, consisting of 625 males and 579 females. The village has 251 households and a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males. There are 111 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 923 literate and 281 illiterate residents. Additionally, 591 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 25 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chak Chua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,204 | 625 | 579 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 61 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 591 | 300 | 291 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 10 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 923 | 513 | 410 |
| Illiterate Population | 281 | 112 | 169 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Chua
Chak Chua 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 Chak Chua
Chak Chua is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Chak Chua.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bahamana to Chak Chua is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Chak Chua is about 19 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chak Chua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak Chua 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chak Chua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chak Chua 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 Chak Chua
Where is Chak Chua located?
Chak Chua village is located in Bishnah Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chak Chua?
The Gram Panchayat of Chak Chua is Kanhal.
What is the pincode of Chak Chua?
The pincode of Chak Chua is 181132.
What is the population of Chak Chua?
Chak Chua has a total population of 1,204, including 625 males and 579 females.
How many households are there in Chak Chua?
There are 251 households in Chak Chua.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Chua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Chua is 76.66%. Male literacy is 82.08% and female literacy is 70.81%.