Kirpalpur Charkan - Mandal, Jammu
Kirpalpur Charkan is a village situated in the Mandal tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 12 km from Jammu and around 12 km from Jammu. Kirpalpur Charkan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kirpalpur Charkan is 005901. The village covers a total geographical area of 97.5 hectares and falls under the 180003 pincode. Jammu is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Kirpalpur Charkan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Marh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kirpalpur Charkan
As per Census 2011, Kirpalpur Charkan village has a total population of 789 people, consisting of 431 males and 358 females. The village has 167 households and a sex ratio of 830 females per 1,000 males. There are 104 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 445 literate and 344 illiterate residents. Additionally, 577 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 34 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kirpalpur Charkan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 789 | 431 | 358 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 59 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 577 | 318 | 259 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 34 | 16 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 445 | 263 | 182 |
| Illiterate Population | 344 | 168 | 176 |
Nearby Villages of Kirpalpur Charkan
Kirpalpur Charkan 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 Kirpalpur Charkan
Kirpalpur Charkan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kirpalpur Charkan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jammu to Kirpalpur Charkan is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Kirpalpur Charkan is about 12 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kirpalpur Charkan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kirpalpur Charkan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kirpalpur Charkan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kirpalpur Charkan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kirpalpur Charkan
Where is Kirpalpur Charkan located?
Kirpalpur Charkan village is located in Mandal Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kirpalpur Charkan?
Kirpalpur Charkan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kirpalpur Charkan?
The pincode of Kirpalpur Charkan is 180003.
What is the population of Kirpalpur Charkan?
Kirpalpur Charkan has a total population of 789, including 431 males and 358 females.
How many households are there in Kirpalpur Charkan?
There are 167 households in Kirpalpur Charkan.
What is the literacy rate in Kirpalpur Charkan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kirpalpur Charkan is 56.40%. Male literacy is 61.02% and female literacy is 50.84%.