Chak Keshav - Bishnah, Jammu
Chak Keshav is a village situated in the Bishnah tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishnah and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Jammu. Khojipur serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Chak Keshav village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Keshav is 006222. The village covers a total geographical area of 37.2 hectares and falls under the 181132 pincode. Bishnah is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Chak Keshav 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 Keshav
According to the 2011 Census, Chak Keshav village had a total population of 173 people, including 90 males and 83 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 922 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.58%, with male literacy at 92.68% and female literacy at 71.23%.
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 | 173 | 90 | 83 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 128 | 76 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 14 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Keshav
Chak Keshav 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 Keshav
Chak Keshav is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Keshav is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Chak Keshav is about 30 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 Chak Keshav
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak Keshav 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 Chak Keshav
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 Keshav 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chak Keshav
Where is Chak Keshav located?
Chak Keshav village is located in Bishnah Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Chak Keshav?
The Halqa Panchayat of Chak Keshav is Khojipur.
What is the pincode of Chak Keshav?
The pincode of Chak Keshav is 181132.
What is the population of Chak Keshav?
Chak Keshav had a total population of 173, including 90 males and 83 females.
How many households are there in Chak Keshav?
Chak Keshav had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Keshav?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Keshav was 82.58%. Male literacy was 92.68% and female literacy was 71.23%.