Chak Alawal - R. S. Pura, Jammu
Chak Alawal is a village situated in the R. S. Pura tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 8 km from R.s.pura and around 15 km from Jammu. Darsopur serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Chak Alawal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Alawal is 006024. The village covers a total geographical area of 44.1 hectares and falls under the 181101 pincode. R.s.pura is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Chak Alawal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chak Alawal
According to the 2011 Census, Chak Alawal village had a total population of 608 people, including 320 males and 288 females, living in 130 households. The sex ratio was 900 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.57%, with male literacy at 84.62% and female literacy at 78.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 218, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 8.
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 | 608 | 320 | 288 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 34 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 218 | 114 | 104 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 447 | 242 | 205 |
| Illiterate Population | 161 | 78 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Alawal
Chak Alawal 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 Alawal
Public transport in the Chak Alawal is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 R.s.pura to Chak Alawal is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Chak Alawal 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 Alawal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak Alawal 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chak Alawal
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 Alawal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chak Alawal
Where is Chak Alawal located?
Chak Alawal village is located in R. S. Pura Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Chak Alawal?
The Halqa Panchayat of Chak Alawal is Darsopur.
What is the pincode of Chak Alawal?
The pincode of Chak Alawal is 181101.
What is the population of Chak Alawal?
Chak Alawal had a total population of 608, including 320 males and 288 females.
How many households are there in Chak Alawal?
Chak Alawal had 130 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Alawal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Alawal was 81.57%. Male literacy was 84.62% and female literacy was 78.24%.