Chhaprial - Khour, Jammu
Chhaprial is a village situated in the Khour tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 35 km from Akhnoor and around 60 km from Jammu. Samwan serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Chhaprial village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhaprial is 005555. The village covers a total geographical area of 229.9 hectares and falls under the 181203 pincode. Khour is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Chhaprial 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 Chhaprial
According to the 2011 Census, Chhaprial village had a total population of 58 people, including 32 males and 26 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 813 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.36%, with male literacy at 86.21% and female literacy at 66.67%.
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 | 58 | 32 | 26 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 41 | 25 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 17 | 7 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Chhaprial
Chhaprial 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 Chhaprial
Chhaprial is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Khour to Chhaprial is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Chhaprial is about 60 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 Chhaprial
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhaprial 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 Chhaprial
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhaprial 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chhaprial
Where is Chhaprial located?
Chhaprial village is located in Khour Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Chhaprial?
The Halqa Panchayat of Chhaprial is Samwan.
What is the pincode of Chhaprial?
The pincode of Chhaprial is 181203.
What is the population of Chhaprial?
Chhaprial had a total population of 58, including 32 males and 26 females.
How many households are there in Chhaprial?
Chhaprial had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhaprial?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhaprial was 77.36%. Male literacy was 86.21% and female literacy was 66.67%.