Chak Jawahar - Hiranagar, Kathua
Chak Jawahar is a village situated in the Hiranagar tehsil of Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hiarnagar and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Kathua. Devo Chak serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Chak Jawahar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Jawahar is 002135. The village covers a total geographical area of 76 hectares and falls under the 184142 pincode. Hiranagar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Chak Jawahar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chak Jawahar
According to the 2011 Census, Chak Jawahar village had a total population of 115 people, including 66 males and 49 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 742 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.65%, with male literacy at 88.52% and female literacy at 72.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 33.
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 | 115 | 66 | 49 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 5 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 19 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 89 | 54 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 26 | 12 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Jawahar
Chak Jawahar 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 Jawahar
Chak Jawahar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Chak Jawahar.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hiranagar to Chak Jawahar is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kathua to Chak Jawahar is about 38 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 Jawahar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak Jawahar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chak Jawahar
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 Jawahar 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chak Jawahar
Where is Chak Jawahar located?
Chak Jawahar village is located in Hiranagar Tehsil, Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Chak Jawahar?
The Halqa Panchayat of Chak Jawahar is Devo Chak.
What is the pincode of Chak Jawahar?
The pincode of Chak Jawahar is 184142.
What is the population of Chak Jawahar?
Chak Jawahar had a total population of 115, including 66 males and 49 females.
How many households are there in Chak Jawahar?
Chak Jawahar had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Jawahar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Jawahar was 81.65%. Male literacy was 88.52% and female literacy was 72.92%.