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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Chapper village has a total population of 370 people, consisting of 193 males and 177 females. The village has 77 households and a sex ratio of 917 females per 1,000 males. There are 77 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 165 literate and 205 illiterate residents. Additionally, 204 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 119 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chapper are given below:
| 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 gram panchayat of Chapper?
The Gram Panchayat of Chapper is Janakha.
What is the pincode of Chapper?
The pincode of Chapper is 181224.
What is the population of Chapper?
Chapper has a total population of 370, including 193 males and 177 females.
How many households are there in Chapper?
There are 77 households in Chapper.
What is the literacy rate in Chapper?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chapper is 44.59%. Male literacy is 51.30% and female literacy is 37.29%.