Chak Mangu - Jammu South, Jammu
Chak Mangu is a village situated in the Jammu South tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 10 km from Jammu and around 10 km from Jammu. Khandwal serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Chak Mangu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Mangu is 005931. The village covers a total geographical area of 112.1 hectares and falls under the 180003 pincode. Jammu is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Chak Mangu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chak Mangu
According to the 2011 Census, Chak Mangu village had a total population of 251 people, including 128 males and 123 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 961 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.00%, with male literacy at 81.74% and female literacy at 70.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 188.
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 | 251 | 128 | 123 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 13 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 188 | 96 | 92 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 171 | 94 | 77 |
| Illiterate Population | 80 | 34 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Mangu
Chak Mangu 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 Mangu
Chak Mangu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Chak Mangu is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Chak Mangu is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chak Mangu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak Mangu 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chak Mangu
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 Mangu 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chak Mangu
Where is Chak Mangu located?
Chak Mangu village is located in Jammu South Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Chak Mangu?
The Halqa Panchayat of Chak Mangu is Khandwal.
What is the pincode of Chak Mangu?
The pincode of Chak Mangu is 180003.
What is the population of Chak Mangu?
Chak Mangu had a total population of 251, including 128 males and 123 females.
How many households are there in Chak Mangu?
Chak Mangu had 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Mangu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Mangu was 76.00%. Male literacy was 81.74% and female literacy was 70.00%.