Chak Umrah - Bishnah, Jammu
Chak Umrah is a village situated in the Bishnah tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishnah and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Jammu. Khojipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chak Umrah village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Umrah is 006228. The village covers a total geographical area of 59.9 hectares and falls under the 181132 pincode. Rehal is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Chak Umrah 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 Umrah
As per Census 2011, Chak Umrah village has a total population of 413 people, consisting of 214 males and 199 females. The village has 80 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 57 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 299 literate and 114 illiterate residents. Additionally, 212 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chak Umrah are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 413 | 214 | 199 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 34 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 212 | 107 | 105 |
| Literate Population | 299 | 165 | 134 |
| Illiterate Population | 114 | 49 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Umrah
Chak Umrah 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 Umrah
Chak Umrah is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Rehal to Chak Umrah is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Chak Umrah is about 25 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 Umrah
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak Umrah village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chak Umrah
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 Umrah 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 Umrah
Where is Chak Umrah located?
Chak Umrah village is located in Bishnah Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chak Umrah?
The Gram Panchayat of Chak Umrah is Khojipur.
What is the pincode of Chak Umrah?
The pincode of Chak Umrah is 181132.
What is the population of Chak Umrah?
Chak Umrah has a total population of 413, including 214 males and 199 females.
How many households are there in Chak Umrah?
There are 80 households in Chak Umrah.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Umrah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Umrah is 72.40%. Male literacy is 77.10% and female literacy is 67.34%.