Chilk - Dinga Amb, Kathua
Chilk is a village situated in the Dinga Amb tehsil of Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 12 km from Hiranagar and around 34 km from Kathua. Chialkh East serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chilk village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chilk is 001972. The village covers a total geographical area of 1743 hectares and falls under the 184144 pincode. Hiranagar is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Chilk village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Billawar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chilk
As per Census 2011, Chilk village has a total population of 4,541 people, consisting of 2,346 males and 2,195 females. The village has 854 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 563 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,982 literate and 1,559 illiterate residents. Additionally, 969 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 220 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chilk are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,541 | 2,346 | 2,195 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 563 | 317 | 246 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 969 | 493 | 476 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 220 | 112 | 108 |
| Literate Population | 2,982 | 1,689 | 1,293 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,559 | 657 | 902 |
Nearby Villages of Chilk
Chilk 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 Chilk
Public transport in the Chilk is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Chilk.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hiranagar to Chilk is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kathua to Chilk 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 Chilk
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chilk 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 Chilk
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chilk 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chilk
Where is Chilk located?
Chilk village is located in Dinga Amb Tehsil, Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chilk?
The Gram Panchayat of Chilk is Chialkh East.
What is the pincode of Chilk?
The pincode of Chilk is 184144.
What is the population of Chilk?
Chilk has a total population of 4,541, including 2,346 males and 2,195 females.
How many households are there in Chilk?
There are 854 households in Chilk.
What is the literacy rate in Chilk?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chilk is 65.67%. Male literacy is 71.99% and female literacy is 58.91%.