Chak Jaralan - Bishnah, Jammu
Chak Jaralan is a village situated in the Bishnah tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishnah and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Jammu. Kanhal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chak Jaralan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Jaralan is 006183. The village covers a total geographical area of 115.7 hectares and falls under the 181132 pincode. Bishnah is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Chak Jaralan 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 Jaralan
As per Census 2011, Chak Jaralan village has a total population of 1,418 people, consisting of 741 males and 677 females. The village has 282 households and a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males. There are 138 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,126 literate and 292 illiterate residents. Additionally, 581 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 57 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chak Jaralan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,418 | 741 | 677 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 78 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 581 | 308 | 273 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 57 | 28 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 1,126 | 613 | 513 |
| Illiterate Population | 292 | 128 | 164 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Jaralan
Chak Jaralan is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bagnoti | North-West | 1.23 km |
| Garan Pain | North-East | 3.28 km |
| Rajal | West | 3.55 km |
| Potha | South-West | 4.24 km |
| Garan Bala | North-East | 4.38 km |
| Dabbar | South-West | 5.38 km |
| Panhar | North-East | 6.20 km |
| Gurah Sahib Singh | South-West | 7.38 km |
| Potha | East | 7.57 km |
| Dharat | South | 7.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chak Jaralan
Chak Jaralan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is S M V D Katra, while the nearest airport is Rajouri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bishnah to Chak Jaralan is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Chak Jaralan is about 16 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 Jaralan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak Jaralan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chak Jaralan
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 Jaralan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chak Jaralan
Where is Chak Jaralan located?
Chak Jaralan village is located in Bishnah Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chak Jaralan?
The Gram Panchayat of Chak Jaralan is Kanhal.
What is the pincode of Chak Jaralan?
The pincode of Chak Jaralan is 181132.
What is the population of Chak Jaralan?
Chak Jaralan has a total population of 1,418, including 741 males and 677 females.
How many households are there in Chak Jaralan?
There are 282 households in Chak Jaralan.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Jaralan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Jaralan is 79.41%. Male literacy is 82.73% and female literacy is 75.78%.