Budhu Chak - Hiranagar, Kathua
Budhu Chak is a village situated in the Hiranagar tehsil of Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hiranagar and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Kathua. Gura Mundian serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Budhu Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budhu Chak is 002026. The village covers a total geographical area of 28 hectares and falls under the 184142 pincode. Arjunchak is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Budhu Chak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Budhu Chak
According to the 2011 Census, Budhu Chak village had a total population of 53 people, including 31 males and 22 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 710 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.58%, with male literacy at 92.86% and female literacy at 85.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 48.
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 | 53 | 31 | 22 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 28 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 43 | 26 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 10 | 5 | 5 |
Nearby Villages of Budhu Chak
Budhu Chak 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 Budhu Chak
Budhu Chak is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Budhu Chak.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arjunchak to Budhu Chak is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kathua to Budhu Chak is about 30 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 Budhu Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budhu Chak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Budhu Chak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budhu Chak 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Budhu Chak
Where is Budhu Chak located?
Budhu Chak village is located in Hiranagar Tehsil, Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Budhu Chak?
The Halqa Panchayat of Budhu Chak is Gura Mundian.
What is the pincode of Budhu Chak?
The pincode of Budhu Chak is 184142.
What is the population of Budhu Chak?
Budhu Chak had a total population of 53, including 31 males and 22 females.
How many households are there in Budhu Chak?
Budhu Chak had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Budhu Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budhu Chak was 89.58%. Male literacy was 92.86% and female literacy was 85.00%.