Pheru Chak - Hiranagar, Kathua
Pheru Chak is a village situated in the Hiranagar tehsil of Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 1.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hiranagar and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Kathua. Sube Chak serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pheru Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pheru Chak is 002041. The village covers a total geographical area of 41 hectares and falls under the 184142 pincode. Hiranagar is the nearest town, located about 1.5 km away.
Pheru Chak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pheru Chak
According to the 2011 Census, Pheru Chak village had a total population of 270 people, including 150 males and 120 females, living in 50 households. The sex ratio was 800 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.30%, with male literacy at 98.44% and female literacy at 80.73%.
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 | 270 | 150 | 120 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 22 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 214 | 126 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 56 | 24 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Pheru Chak
Pheru 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 Pheru Chak
Pheru Chak is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Pheru Chak.
| 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 Pheru Chak is about 1.5 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kathua to Pheru Chak 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 Pheru Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pheru Chak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pheru 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 Pheru Chak 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Pheru Chak
Where is Pheru Chak located?
Pheru Chak village is located in Hiranagar Tehsil, Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pheru Chak?
The Gram Panchayat of Pheru Chak is Sube Chak.
What is the pincode of Pheru Chak?
The pincode of Pheru Chak is 184142.
What is the population of Pheru Chak?
Pheru Chak had a total population of 270, including 150 males and 120 females.
How many households are there in Pheru Chak?
Pheru Chak had 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pheru Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pheru Chak was 90.30%. Male literacy was 98.44% and female literacy was 80.73%.