Gujjar Chak - Hiranagar, Kathua
Gujjar Chak is a village situated in the Hiranagar tehsil of Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hiranagar and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Kathua. Pansar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gujjar Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gujjar Chak is 002140. The village covers a total geographical area of 97 hectares and falls under the 184142 pincode. Hiranagar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Gujjar Chak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gujjar Chak
As per Census 2011, Gujjar Chak village has a total population of 229 people, consisting of 125 males and 104 females. The village has 42 households and a sex ratio of 832 females per 1,000 males. There are 34 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 172 literate and 57 illiterate residents. Additionally, 24 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gujjar Chak are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 229 | 125 | 104 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 19 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 172 | 100 | 72 |
| Illiterate Population | 57 | 25 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Gujjar Chak
Gujjar Chak 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 Gujjar Chak
Gujjar Chak is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hiranagar to Gujjar Chak is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kathua to Gujjar Chak is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gujjar Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gujjar Chak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gujjar Chak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gujjar Chak village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Gujjar Chak
Where is Gujjar Chak located?
Gujjar Chak village is located in Hiranagar Tehsil, Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gujjar Chak?
The Gram Panchayat of Gujjar Chak is Pansar.
What is the pincode of Gujjar Chak?
The pincode of Gujjar Chak is 184142.
What is the population of Gujjar Chak?
Gujjar Chak has a total population of 229, including 125 males and 104 females.
How many households are there in Gujjar Chak?
There are 42 households in Gujjar Chak.
What is the literacy rate in Gujjar Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gujjar Chak is 75.11%. Male literacy is 80.00% and female literacy is 69.23%.