Chak Bhagwana - Jourian, Jammu
Chak Bhagwana is a village situated in the Jourian tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 22 km from Akhnoor and around 52 km from Jammu. Chak Bhagwana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Bhagwana is 005538. The village covers a total geographical area of 503.8 hectares and falls under the 181202 pincode. Jauian is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Chak Bhagwana 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 Bhagwana
According to the 2011 Census, Chak Bhagwana village had a total population of 1,424 people, including 753 males and 671 females, living in 312 households. The sex ratio was 891 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.58%, with male literacy at 82.84% and female literacy at 63.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 397, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 1,424 | 753 | 671 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 175 | 106 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 397 | 212 | 185 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 919 | 536 | 383 |
| Illiterate Population | 505 | 217 | 288 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Bhagwana
Chak Bhagwana 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 Bhagwana
Chak Bhagwana 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 Jauian to Chak Bhagwana is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Chak Bhagwana is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chak Bhagwana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak Bhagwana 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 Bhagwana
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 Bhagwana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chak Bhagwana
Where is Chak Bhagwana located?
Chak Bhagwana village is located in Jourian Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chak Bhagwana?
Chak Bhagwana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chak Bhagwana?
The pincode of Chak Bhagwana is 181202.
What is the population of Chak Bhagwana?
Chak Bhagwana had a total population of 1,424, including 753 males and 671 females.
How many households are there in Chak Bhagwana?
Chak Bhagwana had 312 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Bhagwana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Bhagwana was 73.58%. Male literacy was 82.84% and female literacy was 63.62%.