Chak Badiala - Jourian, Jammu
Chak Badiala is a village situated in the Jourian tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 8 km from Akhnoor and around 37 km from Jammu. Devipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chak Badiala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Badiala is 005529. The village covers a total geographical area of 91.9 hectares and falls under the 181203 pincode. Akhnoor is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Chak Badiala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chhamb Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chak Badiala
According to the 2011 Census, Chak Badiala village had a total population of 718 people, including 380 males and 338 females, living in 162 households. The sex ratio was 889 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.92%, with male literacy at 90.42% and female literacy at 75.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 263.
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 | 718 | 380 | 338 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 67 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 263 | 146 | 117 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 505 | 283 | 222 |
| Illiterate Population | 213 | 97 | 116 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Badiala
Chak Badiala 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 Badiala
Chak Badiala 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 Akhnoor to Chak Badiala is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Chak Badiala is about 37 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 Badiala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak Badiala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chak Badiala
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 Badiala 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 Badiala
Where is Chak Badiala located?
Chak Badiala village is located in Jourian Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chak Badiala?
The Gram Panchayat of Chak Badiala is Devipur.
What is the pincode of Chak Badiala?
The pincode of Chak Badiala is 181203.
What is the population of Chak Badiala?
Chak Badiala had a total population of 718, including 380 males and 338 females.
How many households are there in Chak Badiala?
Chak Badiala had 162 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Badiala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Badiala was 82.92%. Male literacy was 90.42% and female literacy was 75.00%.