Chhajjar - Jourian, Jammu
Chhajjar is a village situated in the Jourian tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 16 km from Akhnoor and around 44 km from Jammu. Lehar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhajjar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhajjar is 005501. The village covers a total geographical area of 262.6 hectares and falls under the 181203 pincode. Akhnoor is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Chhajjar 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 Chhajjar
According to the 2011 Census, Chhajjar village had a total population of 189 people, including 106 males and 83 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 783 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.42%, with male literacy at 72.94% and female literacy at 50.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 29.
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 | 189 | 106 | 83 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 21 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 29 | 17 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 98 | 62 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 91 | 44 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Chhajjar
Chhajjar 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 Chhajjar
Public transport in the Chhajjar is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Akhnoor to Chhajjar is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Chhajjar is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhajjar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhajjar 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chhajjar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhajjar 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chhajjar
Where is Chhajjar located?
Chhajjar village is located in Jourian Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhajjar?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhajjar is Lehar.
What is the pincode of Chhajjar?
The pincode of Chhajjar is 181203.
What is the population of Chhajjar?
Chhajjar had a total population of 189, including 106 males and 83 females.
How many households are there in Chhajjar?
Chhajjar had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhajjar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhajjar was 62.42%. Male literacy was 72.94% and female literacy was 50.00%.