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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Chak Alawal village has a total population of 608 people, consisting of 320 males and 288 females. The village has 130 households and a sex ratio of 900 females per 1,000 males. There are 60 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 447 literate and 161 illiterate residents. Additionally, 218 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chak Alawal are given below:
| 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 gram panchayat of Chak Alawal?
The Gram 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 has a total population of 608, including 320 males and 288 females.
How many households are there in Chak Alawal?
There are 130 households in Chak Alawal.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Alawal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Alawal is 73.52%. Male literacy is 75.63% and female literacy is 71.18%.