Chak Heera - Marh, Jammu
Chak Heera is a village situated in the Marh tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 18 km from Jammu and around 18 km from Jammu. Marh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chak Heera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Heera is 005792. The village covers a total geographical area of 34 hectares and falls under the 180002 pincode. Jammu is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Chak Heera 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 Heera
As per Census 2011, Chak Heera village has a total population of 454 people, consisting of 235 males and 219 females. The village has 93 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 54 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 314 literate and 140 illiterate residents. Additionally, 230 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chak Heera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 454 | 235 | 219 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 32 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 230 | 116 | 114 |
| Literate Population | 314 | 181 | 133 |
| Illiterate Population | 140 | 54 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Heera
Chak Heera 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 Heera
Chak Heera 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 Jammu to Chak Heera is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Chak Heera is about 18 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 Heera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak Heera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chak Heera
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 Heera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Chak Heera
Where is Chak Heera located?
Chak Heera village is located in Marh Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chak Heera?
The Gram Panchayat of Chak Heera is Marh.
What is the pincode of Chak Heera?
The pincode of Chak Heera is 180002.
What is the population of Chak Heera?
Chak Heera has a total population of 454, including 235 males and 219 females.
How many households are there in Chak Heera?
There are 93 households in Chak Heera.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Heera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Heera is 69.16%. Male literacy is 77.02% and female literacy is 60.73%.