Chak Rama - Khour, Jammu
Chak Rama is a village situated in the Khour tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 29 km from Akhnoor and around 59 km from Jammu. Budwal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chak Rama village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Rama is 005597. The village covers a total geographical area of 59.1 hectares and falls under the 181203 pincode. Khour is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Chak Rama 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 Rama
As per Census 2011, Chak Rama village has a total population of 495 people, consisting of 245 males and 250 females. The village has 127 households and a sex ratio of 1,020 females per 1,000 males. There are 73 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 315 literate and 180 illiterate residents. Additionally, 408 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chak Rama are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 495 | 245 | 250 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 43 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 408 | 206 | 202 |
| Literate Population | 315 | 171 | 144 |
| Illiterate Population | 180 | 74 | 106 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Rama
Chak Rama 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 Rama
Public transport in the Chak Rama is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khour to Chak Rama is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Chak Rama is about 59 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chak Rama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak Rama 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 Rama
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 Rama 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 Rama
Where is Chak Rama located?
Chak Rama village is located in Khour Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chak Rama?
The Gram Panchayat of Chak Rama is Budwal.
What is the pincode of Chak Rama?
The pincode of Chak Rama is 181203.
What is the population of Chak Rama?
Chak Rama has a total population of 495, including 245 males and 250 females.
How many households are there in Chak Rama?
There are 127 households in Chak Rama.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Rama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Rama is 63.64%. Male literacy is 69.80% and female literacy is 57.60%.