Chak Chouhan - Marh, Jammu
Chak Chouhan is a village situated in the Marh tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 15 km from Jammu and around 15 km from Jammu. Dhateriyal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chak Chouhan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Chouhan is 005837. The village covers a total geographical area of 62.7 hectares and falls under the 180002 pincode. Jammu is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Chak Chouhan 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 Chak Chouhan
According to the 2011 Census, Chak Chouhan village had a total population of 559 people, including 303 males and 256 females, living in 109 households. The sex ratio was 845 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.14%, with male literacy at 88.28% and female literacy at 74.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 100.
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 | 559 | 303 | 256 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 30 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 100 | 50 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 414 | 241 | 173 |
| Illiterate Population | 145 | 62 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Chouhan
Chak Chouhan 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 Chouhan
Chak Chouhan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Jammu to Chak Chouhan is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Chak Chouhan is about 15 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 Chak Chouhan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak Chouhan 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chak Chouhan
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 Chouhan 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chak Chouhan
Where is Chak Chouhan located?
Chak Chouhan village is located in Marh Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chak Chouhan?
The Gram Panchayat of Chak Chouhan is Dhateriyal.
What is the pincode of Chak Chouhan?
The pincode of Chak Chouhan is 180002.
What is the population of Chak Chouhan?
Chak Chouhan had a total population of 559, including 303 males and 256 females.
How many households are there in Chak Chouhan?
Chak Chouhan had 109 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Chouhan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Chouhan was 82.14%. Male literacy was 88.28% and female literacy was 74.89%.