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 Halqa 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
According to the 2011 Census, Chak Chua village had a total population of 1,204 people, including 625 males and 579 females, living in 251 households. The sex ratio was 926 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.45%, with male literacy at 90.96% and female literacy at 77.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 591, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 25.
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 | 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 Halqa Panchayat of Chak Chua?
The Halqa 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 had a total population of 1,204, including 625 males and 579 females.
How many households are there in Chak Chua?
Chak Chua had 251 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Chua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Chua was 84.45%. Male literacy was 90.96% and female literacy was 77.50%.