Chak Agra - R. S. Pura, Jammu
Chak Agra is a village situated in the R. S. Pura tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 2 km from R.s.pura and around 27 km from Jammu. Chak Agra village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Agra is 006002. The village covers a total geographical area of 415.6 hectares and falls under the 181102 pincode. R.s.pura is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Chak Agra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Suchet Garh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chak Agra
According to the 2011 Census, Chak Agra village had a total population of 1,901 people, including 983 males and 918 females, living in 377 households. The sex ratio was 934 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.46%, with male literacy at 79.74% and female literacy at 66.99%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 544, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 314.
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 | 1,901 | 983 | 918 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 247 | 144 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 544 | 282 | 262 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 314 | 157 | 157 |
| Literate Population | 1,215 | 669 | 546 |
| Illiterate Population | 686 | 314 | 372 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Agra
Chak Agra is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Fatehpur Brahmana | West | 1.19 km |
| Langrial | South-West | 2.13 km |
| Chak Khana | South | 2.19 km |
| Samka | West | 2.33 km |
| Puro Bhan | South | 2.39 km |
| Baspur | South-West | 2.80 km |
| Raipur Syedan | West | 3.02 km |
| Kotli Arjun Singh | East | 3.18 km |
| Kadyal | North-East | 3.24 km |
| Gagian | South-East | 3.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chak Agra
Chak Agra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jammu Tawi, while the nearest airport is Jammu Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 12.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from R.s.pura to Chak Agra is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Chak Agra is about 27 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chak Agra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak Agra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chak Agra
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 Agra 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 Agra
Where is Chak Agra located?
Chak Agra village is located in R. S. Pura Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Chak Agra?
Chak Agra is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chak Agra?
The pincode of Chak Agra is 181102.
What is the population of Chak Agra?
Chak Agra had a total population of 1,901, including 983 males and 918 females.
How many households are there in Chak Agra?
Chak Agra had 377 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Agra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Agra was 73.46%. Male literacy was 79.74% and female literacy was 66.99%.