Chak Bala - R. S. Pura, Jammu
Chak Bala is a village situated in the R. S. Pura tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 7 km from R.s.pora and around 25 km from Jammu. Chak Balla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chak Bala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Bala is 006116. The village covers a total geographical area of 136 hectares and falls under the 181111 pincode. R.s.pora is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Chak Bala 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 Bala
As per Census 2011, Chak Bala village has a total population of 1,031 people, consisting of 541 males and 490 females. The village has 198 households and a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males. There are 107 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 775 literate and 256 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,017 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chak Bala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,031 | 541 | 490 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 62 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,017 | 534 | 483 |
| Literate Population | 775 | 428 | 347 |
| Illiterate Population | 256 | 113 | 143 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Bala
Chak Bala 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 Bala
Chak Bala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Bala is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Chak Bala is about 25 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 Bala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak Bala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chak Bala
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 Bala 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 Bala
Where is Chak Bala located?
Chak Bala village is located in R. S. Pura Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chak Bala?
The Gram Panchayat of Chak Bala is Chak Balla.
What is the pincode of Chak Bala?
The pincode of Chak Bala is 181111.
What is the population of Chak Bala?
Chak Bala has a total population of 1,031, including 541 males and 490 females.
How many households are there in Chak Bala?
There are 198 households in Chak Bala.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Bala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Bala is 75.17%. Male literacy is 79.11% and female literacy is 70.82%.