Chak Shibu - Bishnah, Jammu
Chak Shibu is a village situated in the Bishnah tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishnah and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Jammu. Saidgarh serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Chak Shibu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Shibu is 006247. The village covers a total geographical area of 93.5 hectares and falls under the 181132 pincode. Bishnah is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Chak Shibu 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 Shibu
According to the 2011 Census, Chak Shibu village had a total population of 652 people, including 343 males and 309 females, living in 123 households. The sex ratio was 901 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.57%, with male literacy at 89.86% and female literacy at 77.01%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 142.
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 | 652 | 343 | 309 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 57 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 142 | 82 | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 468 | 257 | 211 |
| Illiterate Population | 184 | 86 | 98 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Shibu
Chak Shibu 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 Shibu
Chak Shibu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bishnah to Chak Shibu is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Chak Shibu is about 32 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 Shibu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak Shibu 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 Shibu
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 Shibu 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 Shibu
Where is Chak Shibu located?
Chak Shibu village is located in Bishnah Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Chak Shibu?
The Halqa Panchayat of Chak Shibu is Saidgarh.
What is the pincode of Chak Shibu?
The pincode of Chak Shibu is 181132.
What is the population of Chak Shibu?
Chak Shibu had a total population of 652, including 343 males and 309 females.
How many households are there in Chak Shibu?
Chak Shibu had 123 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Shibu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Shibu was 83.57%. Male literacy was 89.86% and female literacy was 77.01%.