Chak Shera - Suchetgarh, Jammu
Chak Shera is a village situated in the Suchetgarh tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 15 km from R.s.pora and around 34 km from Jammu. Talhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chak Shera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Shera is 006153. The village covers a total geographical area of 51.4 hectares and falls under the 181102 pincode. R.s.pora is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Chak Shera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Suchet Garh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chak Shera
As per Census 2011, Chak Shera village has a total population of 448 people, consisting of 231 males and 217 females. The village has 90 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 46 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 326 literate and 122 illiterate residents. Additionally, 442 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chak Shera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 448 | 231 | 217 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 25 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 442 | 229 | 213 |
| Literate Population | 326 | 183 | 143 |
| Illiterate Population | 122 | 48 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Shera
Chak Shera 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 Shera
Chak Shera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Shera is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Chak Shera is about 34 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 Shera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak Shera 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chak Shera
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 Shera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Chak Shera
Where is Chak Shera located?
Chak Shera village is located in Suchetgarh Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chak Shera?
The Gram Panchayat of Chak Shera is Talhar.
What is the pincode of Chak Shera?
The pincode of Chak Shera is 181102.
What is the population of Chak Shera?
Chak Shera has a total population of 448, including 231 males and 217 females.
How many households are there in Chak Shera?
There are 90 households in Chak Shera.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Shera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Shera is 72.77%. Male literacy is 79.22% and female literacy is 65.90%.