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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Chak Aslam village has a total population of 998 people, consisting of 511 males and 487 females. The village has 214 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 125 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 711 literate and 287 illiterate residents. Additionally, 846 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chak Aslam are given below:
| 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 gram panchayat of Chak Aslam?
The Gram 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 has a total population of 998, including 511 males and 487 females.
How many households are there in Chak Aslam?
There are 214 households in Chak Aslam.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Aslam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Aslam is 71.24%. Male literacy is 78.67% and female literacy is 63.45%.