Chak Sikander - Jourian, Jammu
Chak Sikander is a village situated in the Jourian tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 20 km from Akhnoor and around 148 km from Jammu. Bandwal serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Chak Sikander village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Sikander is 005585. The village covers a total geographical area of 66.4 hectares and falls under the 181203 pincode. Jourian is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Chak Sikander 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 Sikander
According to the 2011 Census, Chak Sikander village had a total population of 248 people, including 120 males and 128 females, living in 50 households. The sex ratio was 1,067 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.39%, with male literacy at 83.96% and female literacy at 69.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 161.
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 | 248 | 120 | 128 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 14 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 161 | 79 | 82 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 165 | 89 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 83 | 31 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Sikander
Chak Sikander 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 Sikander
Chak Sikander 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 | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jourian to Chak Sikander is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Chak Sikander is about 148 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chak Sikander
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak Sikander village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chak Sikander
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 Sikander village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chak Sikander
Where is Chak Sikander located?
Chak Sikander village is located in Jourian Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Chak Sikander?
The Halqa Panchayat of Chak Sikander is Bandwal.
What is the pincode of Chak Sikander?
The pincode of Chak Sikander is 181203.
What is the population of Chak Sikander?
Chak Sikander had a total population of 248, including 120 males and 128 females.
How many households are there in Chak Sikander?
Chak Sikander had 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Sikander?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Sikander was 76.39%. Male literacy was 83.96% and female literacy was 69.09%.