Chapper - Dansal, Jammu
Chapper is a village situated in the Dansal tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 35 km from Jammu and around 35 km from Jammu. Janakha serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Chapper village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chapper is 005679. The village covers a total geographical area of 88.2 hectares and falls under the 181224 pincode. Jammu is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Chapper village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nagrota Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chapper
According to the 2011 Census, Chapper village had a total population of 370 people, including 193 males and 177 females, living in 77 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.31%, with male literacy at 64.29% and female literacy at 47.48%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 204, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 119.
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 | 370 | 193 | 177 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 39 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 204 | 106 | 98 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 119 | 64 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 165 | 99 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 205 | 94 | 111 |
Nearby Villages of Chapper
Chapper 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 Chapper
Chapper is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Jammu to Chapper is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Chapper is about 35 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 Chapper
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chapper village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chapper
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chapper 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chapper
Where is Chapper located?
Chapper village is located in Dansal Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Chapper?
The Halqa Panchayat of Chapper is Janakha.
What is the pincode of Chapper?
The pincode of Chapper is 181224.
What is the population of Chapper?
Chapper had a total population of 370, including 193 males and 177 females.
How many households are there in Chapper?
Chapper had 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chapper?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chapper was 56.31%. Male literacy was 64.29% and female literacy was 47.48%.