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 West serves as the Halqa 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
According to the 2011 Census, Chilk village had a total population of 4,541 people, including 2,346 males and 2,195 females, living in 854 households. The sex ratio was 936 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.96%, with male literacy at 83.24% and female literacy at 66.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 969, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 220.
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 | 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 Halqa Panchayat of Chilk?
The Halqa Panchayat of Chilk is Chialkh West.
What is the pincode of Chilk?
The pincode of Chilk is 184144.
What is the population of Chilk?
Chilk had a total population of 4,541, including 2,346 males and 2,195 females.
How many households are there in Chilk?
Chilk had 854 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chilk?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chilk was 74.96%. Male literacy was 83.24% and female literacy was 66.34%.