Chak Sheian - R. S. Pura, Jammu
Chak Sheian is a village situated in the R. S. Pura tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 10 km from R.s.pura and around 20 km from Jammu. Bhou serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Chak Sheian village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Sheian is 006023. The village covers a total geographical area of 49 hectares and falls under the 181101 pincode. R.s.pura is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Chak Sheian village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chak Sheian
According to the 2011 Census, Chak Sheian village had a total population of 582 people, including 304 males and 278 females, living in 110 households. The sex ratio was 914 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.08%, with male literacy at 90.68% and female literacy at 72.51%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 454, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 24.
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 | 582 | 304 | 278 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 25 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 454 | 233 | 221 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 24 | 15 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 435 | 253 | 182 |
| Illiterate Population | 147 | 51 | 96 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Sheian
Chak Sheian 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 Sheian
Chak Sheian is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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.pura to Chak Sheian is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Chak Sheian is about 20 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 Sheian
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak Sheian 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 Sheian
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 Sheian village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chak Sheian
Where is Chak Sheian located?
Chak Sheian village is located in R. S. Pura Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Chak Sheian?
The Halqa Panchayat of Chak Sheian is Bhou.
What is the pincode of Chak Sheian?
The pincode of Chak Sheian is 181101.
What is the population of Chak Sheian?
Chak Sheian had a total population of 582, including 304 males and 278 females.
How many households are there in Chak Sheian?
Chak Sheian had 110 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Sheian?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Sheian was 82.08%. Male literacy was 90.68% and female literacy was 72.51%.