Chak Bhagwana - Hiranagar, Kathua
Chak Bhagwana is a village situated in the Hiranagar tehsil of Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hiaranagar and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Kathua. Chak Bhagwna serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Chak Bhagwana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Bhagwana is 002087. The village covers a total geographical area of 157 hectares and falls under the 184148 pincode. Hiranagar is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Chak Bhagwana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chak Bhagwana
According to the 2011 Census, Chak Bhagwana village had a total population of 343 people, including 179 males and 164 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 916 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.14%, with male literacy at 91.39% and female literacy at 70.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 45, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 343 | 179 | 164 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 28 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 20 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 241 | 138 | 103 |
| Illiterate Population | 102 | 41 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Bhagwana
Chak Bhagwana 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 Bhagwana
Chak Bhagwana 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hiranagar to Chak Bhagwana is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kathua to Chak Bhagwana is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chak Bhagwana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak Bhagwana 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chak Bhagwana
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 Bhagwana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chak Bhagwana
Where is Chak Bhagwana located?
Chak Bhagwana village is located in Hiranagar Tehsil, Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Chak Bhagwana?
The Halqa Panchayat of Chak Bhagwana is Chak Bhagwna.
What is the pincode of Chak Bhagwana?
The pincode of Chak Bhagwana is 184148.
What is the population of Chak Bhagwana?
Chak Bhagwana had a total population of 343, including 179 males and 164 females.
How many households are there in Chak Bhagwana?
Chak Bhagwana had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Bhagwana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Bhagwana was 81.14%. Male literacy was 91.39% and female literacy was 70.55%.