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 Halqa 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
According to the 2011 Census, Chak Bala village had a total population of 1,031 people, including 541 males and 490 females, living in 198 households. The sex ratio was 906 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.87%, with male literacy at 89.35% and female literacy at 77.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,017.
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 | 1,031 | 541 | 490 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 62 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,017 | 534 | 483 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 Halqa Panchayat of Chak Bala?
The Halqa 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 had a total population of 1,031, including 541 males and 490 females.
How many households are there in Chak Bala?
Chak Bala had 198 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Bala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Bala was 83.87%. Male literacy was 89.35% and female literacy was 77.98%.