Chak Aslam - R. S. Pura, Jammu
Chak Aslam is a village situated in the R. S. Pura tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 4 km from R.s.pora and around 23 km from Jammu. Jindlehar serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Chak Aslam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Aslam is 006081. The village covers a total geographical area of 102.4 hectares and falls under the 181111 pincode. R.s.pora is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Chak Aslam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the RS Pura South Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chak Aslam
According to the 2011 Census, Chak Aslam village had a total population of 998 people, including 511 males and 487 females, living in 214 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.44%, with male literacy at 88.55% and female literacy at 73.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 846, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 11.
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 | 998 | 511 | 487 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 57 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 846 | 433 | 413 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 711 | 402 | 309 |
| Illiterate Population | 287 | 109 | 178 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Aslam
Chak Aslam 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dablehar | South-West | 1.43 km |
| Chak Mohdyar | West | 1.78 km |
| Kirpind | North | 3.16 km |
| Rathana | South | 3.20 km |
| Tanda | North | 3.29 km |
| Chak Musa | West | 3.32 km |
| Sunder Pur | West | 3.65 km |
| Agwan | West | 3.66 km |
| Laswara | East | 4.39 km |
| Magowali | South-West | 4.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chak Aslam
Chak Aslam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bari Brahman, while the nearest airport is Jammu Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 12.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from R.s.pora to Chak Aslam is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Chak Aslam is about 23 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 Aslam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak Aslam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chak Aslam
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 Aslam 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Chak Aslam
Where is Chak Aslam located?
Chak Aslam village is located in R. S. Pura Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Chak Aslam?
The Halqa Panchayat of Chak Aslam is Jindlehar.
What is the pincode of Chak Aslam?
The pincode of Chak Aslam is 181111.
What is the population of Chak Aslam?
Chak Aslam had a total population of 998, including 511 males and 487 females.
How many households are there in Chak Aslam?
Chak Aslam had 214 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Aslam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Aslam was 81.44%. Male literacy was 88.55% and female literacy was 73.75%.