Chak Harni - R. S. Pura, Jammu
Chak Harni 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 15 km from Jammu. Khour serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Chak Harni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Harni is 006076. The village covers a total geographical area of 87.4 hectares and falls under the 181101 pincode. R.s.pora is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Chak Harni 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 Harni
According to the 2011 Census, Chak Harni village had a total population of 396 people, including 189 males and 207 females, living in 81 households. The sex ratio was 1,095 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.83%, with male literacy at 71.60% and female literacy at 64.48%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 387.
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 | 396 | 189 | 207 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 27 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 387 | 185 | 202 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 234 | 116 | 118 |
| Illiterate Population | 162 | 73 | 89 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Harni
Chak Harni 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 Harni
Chak Harni is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Harni is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Chak Harni 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 Harni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak Harni village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chak Harni
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 Harni village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chak Harni
Where is Chak Harni located?
Chak Harni village is located in R. S. Pura Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Chak Harni?
The Halqa Panchayat of Chak Harni is Khour.
What is the pincode of Chak Harni?
The pincode of Chak Harni is 181101.
What is the population of Chak Harni?
Chak Harni had a total population of 396, including 189 males and 207 females.
How many households are there in Chak Harni?
Chak Harni had 81 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Harni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Harni was 67.83%. Male literacy was 71.60% and female literacy was 64.48%.