Dhoun Chak - Khour, Jammu
Dhoun Chak is a village situated in the Khour tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 21 km from Akhnoor and around 49 km from Jammu. Bakore serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhoun Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhoun Chak is 005589. The village covers a total geographical area of 97.1 hectares and falls under the 181203 pincode. Jourian is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Dhoun Chak 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 Dhoun Chak
As per Census 2011, Dhoun Chak village has a total population of 1,219 people, consisting of 614 males and 605 females. The village has 270 households and a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males. There are 167 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 857 literate and 362 illiterate residents. Additionally, 420 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhoun Chak are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,219 | 614 | 605 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 167 | 99 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 420 | 216 | 204 |
| Literate Population | 857 | 469 | 388 |
| Illiterate Population | 362 | 145 | 217 |
Nearby Villages of Dhoun Chak
Dhoun Chak 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 Dhoun Chak
Dhoun Chak 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 <5 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 Jourian to Dhoun Chak is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Dhoun Chak is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhoun Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhoun Chak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhoun Chak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhoun Chak village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dhoun Chak
Where is Dhoun Chak located?
Dhoun Chak village is located in Khour Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhoun Chak?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhoun Chak is Bakore.
What is the pincode of Dhoun Chak?
The pincode of Dhoun Chak is 181203.
What is the population of Dhoun Chak?
Dhoun Chak has a total population of 1,219, including 614 males and 605 females.
How many households are there in Dhoun Chak?
There are 270 households in Dhoun Chak.
What is the literacy rate in Dhoun Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhoun Chak is 70.30%. Male literacy is 76.38% and female literacy is 64.13%.