Chhapaki Klan - Hiranagar, Kathua
Chhapaki Klan is a village situated in the Hiranagar tehsil of Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hiranagar and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Kathua. Ladhwal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhapaki Klan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhapaki Klan is 002076. The village covers a total geographical area of 135 hectares and falls under the 184144 pincode. Hiranagar is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Chhapaki Klan 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 Chhapaki Klan
As per Census 2011, Chhapaki Klan village has a total population of 825 people, consisting of 447 males and 378 females. The village has 171 households and a sex ratio of 845 females per 1,000 males. There are 102 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 575 literate and 250 illiterate residents. Additionally, 114 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chhapaki Klan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 825 | 447 | 378 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 57 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 114 | 64 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 575 | 348 | 227 |
| Illiterate Population | 250 | 99 | 151 |
Nearby Villages of Chhapaki Klan
Chhapaki Klan 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 Chhapaki Klan
Chhapaki Klan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Chhapaki Klan.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hiranagar to Chhapaki Klan is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kathua to Chhapaki Klan is about 28 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 Chhapaki Klan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhapaki Klan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chhapaki Klan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhapaki Klan 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chhapaki Klan
Where is Chhapaki Klan located?
Chhapaki Klan village is located in Hiranagar Tehsil, Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhapaki Klan?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhapaki Klan is Ladhwal.
What is the pincode of Chhapaki Klan?
The pincode of Chhapaki Klan is 184144.
What is the population of Chhapaki Klan?
Chhapaki Klan has a total population of 825, including 447 males and 378 females.
How many households are there in Chhapaki Klan?
There are 171 households in Chhapaki Klan.
What is the literacy rate in Chhapaki Klan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhapaki Klan is 69.70%. Male literacy is 77.85% and female literacy is 60.05%.