Chak Murar - Bishnah, Jammu
Chak Murar is a village situated in the Bishnah tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishnah and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Jammu. Chak Murar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Murar is 006191. The village covers a total geographical area of 270.7 hectares and falls under the 181132 pincode. Bishnah is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Chak Murar 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 Murar
According to the 2011 Census, Chak Murar village had a total population of 2,042 people, including 1,065 males and 977 females, living in 414 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.01%, with male literacy at 90.83% and female literacy at 74.48%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 643, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 34.
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 | 2,042 | 1,065 | 977 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 223 | 116 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 643 | 340 | 303 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 34 | 18 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 1,510 | 862 | 648 |
| Illiterate Population | 532 | 203 | 329 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Murar
Chak Murar 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 Murar
Chak Murar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Chak Murar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bishnah to Chak Murar is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Chak Murar is about 22 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 Murar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak Murar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chak Murar
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 Murar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chak Murar
Where is Chak Murar located?
Chak Murar village is located in Bishnah Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chak Murar?
Chak Murar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chak Murar?
The pincode of Chak Murar is 181132.
What is the population of Chak Murar?
Chak Murar had a total population of 2,042, including 1,065 males and 977 females.
How many households are there in Chak Murar?
Chak Murar had 414 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Murar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Murar was 83.01%. Male literacy was 90.83% and female literacy was 74.48%.