Chak Mathura - Hiranagar, Kathua
Chak Mathura 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 Hiranagar and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Kathua. Haripur serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Chak Mathura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Mathura is 002107. The village covers a total geographical area of 108 hectares and falls under the 184148 pincode. Hiranagar is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Chak Mathura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chak Mathura
According to the 2011 Census, Chak Mathura village had a total population of 347 people, including 179 males and 168 females, living in 88 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.87%, with male literacy at 83.77% and female literacy at 69.29%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 83.
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 | 347 | 179 | 168 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 25 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 83 | 41 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 226 | 129 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 121 | 50 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Mathura
Chak Mathura 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 Mathura
Public transport in the Chak Mathura is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Chak Mathura.
| 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 Mathura is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kathua to Chak Mathura 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 Mathura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak Mathura 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 Chak Mathura
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 Mathura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chak Mathura
Where is Chak Mathura located?
Chak Mathura village is located in Hiranagar Tehsil, Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Chak Mathura?
The Halqa Panchayat of Chak Mathura is Haripur.
What is the pincode of Chak Mathura?
The pincode of Chak Mathura is 184148.
What is the population of Chak Mathura?
Chak Mathura had a total population of 347, including 179 males and 168 females.
How many households are there in Chak Mathura?
Chak Mathura had 88 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Mathura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Mathura was 76.87%. Male literacy was 83.77% and female literacy was 69.29%.