Galwaday Chak - Marh, Jammu
Galwaday Chak is a village situated in the Marh tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 19 km from Jammu and around 19 km from Jammu. Galwadey Chak serves as the Gram Panchayat for Galwaday Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Galwaday Chak is 005810. The village covers a total geographical area of 229.9 hectares and falls under the 181206 pincode. Jammu is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Galwaday 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 Marh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Galwaday Chak
According to the 2011 Census, Galwaday Chak village had a total population of 2,266 people, including 1,186 males and 1,080 females, living in 463 households. The sex ratio was 911 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.69%, with male literacy at 86.06% and female literacy at 68.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,038, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 142.
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 | 2,266 | 1,186 | 1,080 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 267 | 146 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,038 | 540 | 498 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 142 | 78 | 64 |
| Literate Population | 1,553 | 895 | 658 |
| Illiterate Population | 713 | 291 | 422 |
Nearby Villages of Galwaday Chak
Galwaday 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 Galwaday Chak
Galwaday Chak 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 Galwaday Chak.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Galwaday Chak is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Galwaday Chak is about 19 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 Galwaday Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Galwaday Chak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Galwaday 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 Galwaday 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Galwaday Chak
Where is Galwaday Chak located?
Galwaday Chak village is located in Marh Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Galwaday Chak?
The Gram Panchayat of Galwaday Chak is Galwadey Chak.
What is the pincode of Galwaday Chak?
The pincode of Galwaday Chak is 181206.
What is the population of Galwaday Chak?
Galwaday Chak had a total population of 2,266, including 1,186 males and 1,080 females.
How many households are there in Galwaday Chak?
Galwaday Chak had 463 households.
What is the literacy rate in Galwaday Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Galwaday Chak was 77.69%. Male literacy was 86.06% and female literacy was 68.61%.