Chak Blanda - Hiranagar, Kathua
Chak Blanda is a village situated in the Hiranagar tehsil of Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hiranagar and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Kathua. Sallan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chak Blanda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Blanda is 001979. The village covers a total geographical area of 212 hectares and falls under the 184148 pincode. Hiranagar is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Chak Blanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hira Nagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chak Blanda
According to the 2011 Census, Chak Blanda village had a total population of 138 people, including 69 males and 69 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.76%, with male literacy at 75.47% and female literacy at 53.85%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 71.
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 | 138 | 69 | 69 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 16 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 71 | 36 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 68 | 40 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 70 | 29 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Blanda
Chak Blanda 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 Blanda
Chak Blanda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Chak Blanda.
| 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hiranagar to Chak Blanda is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kathua to Chak Blanda 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 Chak Blanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak Blanda 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chak Blanda
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 Blanda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chak Blanda
Where is Chak Blanda located?
Chak Blanda village is located in Hiranagar Tehsil, Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chak Blanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Chak Blanda is Sallan.
What is the pincode of Chak Blanda?
The pincode of Chak Blanda is 184148.
What is the population of Chak Blanda?
Chak Blanda had a total population of 138, including 69 males and 69 females.
How many households are there in Chak Blanda?
Chak Blanda had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Blanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Blanda was 64.76%. Male literacy was 75.47% and female literacy was 53.85%.