Chak Bannu - Hiranagar, Kathua
Chak Bannu is a village situated in the Hiranagar tehsil of Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hiranagar and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Kathua. Dhalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chak Bannu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Bannu is 002021. The village covers a total geographical area of 143 hectares and falls under the 184148 pincode. Hiranagar is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Chak Bannu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chak Bannu
As per Census 2011, Chak Bannu village has a total population of 700 people, consisting of 369 males and 331 females. The village has 145 households and a sex ratio of 897 females per 1,000 males. There are 62 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 560 literate and 140 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chak Bannu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 700 | 369 | 331 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 32 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 560 | 317 | 243 |
| Illiterate Population | 140 | 52 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Bannu
Chak Bannu 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 Bannu
Chak Bannu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Chak Bannu has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hiranagar to Chak Bannu is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kathua to Chak Bannu is about 25 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 Bannu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak Bannu 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chak Bannu
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 Bannu 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chak Bannu
Where is Chak Bannu located?
Chak Bannu village is located in Hiranagar Tehsil, Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chak Bannu?
The Gram Panchayat of Chak Bannu is Dhalli.
What is the pincode of Chak Bannu?
The pincode of Chak Bannu is 184148.
What is the population of Chak Bannu?
Chak Bannu has a total population of 700, including 369 males and 331 females.
How many households are there in Chak Bannu?
There are 145 households in Chak Bannu.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Bannu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Bannu is 80.00%. Male literacy is 85.91% and female literacy is 73.41%.