Chak Musa - R. S. Pura, Jammu
Chak Musa is a village situated in the R. S. Pura tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 3 km from R.s.pora and around 29 km from Jammu. Gondla serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Chak Musa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Musa is 006088. The village covers a total geographical area of 71.2 hectares and falls under the 181111 pincode. R.s.pora is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Chak Musa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chak Musa
According to the 2011 Census, Chak Musa village had a total population of 491 people, including 260 males and 231 females, living in 107 households. The sex ratio was 888 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.09%, with male literacy at 94.83% and female literacy at 84.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 74.
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 | 491 | 260 | 231 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 28 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 74 | 39 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 400 | 220 | 180 |
| Illiterate Population | 91 | 40 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Musa
Chak Musa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sunder Pur | North | 0.77 km |
| Agwan | South-West | 0.83 km |
| Chak Mohdyar | East | 1.54 km |
| Arazi Badyal | South-West | 1.85 km |
| Purana Pind | North-West | 2.10 km |
| Dablehar | South-East | 2.61 km |
| Mokhey | West | 2.70 km |
| Gagian | North | 2.73 km |
| Tibba Bhian | South-West | 3.01 km |
| Chak Aslam | East | 3.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chak Musa
Chak Musa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bari Brahman, while the nearest airport is Jammu Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 13.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Musa is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Chak Musa is about 29 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chak Musa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak Musa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Chak Musa
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 Musa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chak Musa
Where is Chak Musa located?
Chak Musa village is located in R. S. Pura Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Chak Musa?
The Halqa Panchayat of Chak Musa is Gondla.
What is the pincode of Chak Musa?
The pincode of Chak Musa is 181111.
What is the population of Chak Musa?
Chak Musa had a total population of 491, including 260 males and 231 females.
How many households are there in Chak Musa?
Chak Musa had 107 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Musa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Musa was 90.09%. Male literacy was 94.83% and female literacy was 84.91%.