Chak Laxman - Kathua
Chak Laxman is a village situated in the Kathua tehsil of Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 8 km from Kathua, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Kharote serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chak Laxman village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Laxman is 001886. The village covers a total geographical area of 21 hectares and falls under the 184102 pincode. Kathua is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Chak Laxman village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kathua Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chak Laxman
As per Census 2011, Chak Laxman village has a total population of 63 people, consisting of 28 males and 35 females. The village has 11 households and a sex ratio of 1,250 females per 1,000 males. There are 7 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 43 literate and 20 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 19 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chak Laxman are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 63 | 28 | 35 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 8 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 43 | 16 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 20 | 12 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Laxman
Chak Laxman is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhalli | North-East | 1.15 km |
| Chak Jallah | North-West | 1.36 km |
| Gurah Balu | West | 1.93 km |
| Panjgrain Brahmana | North-East | 1.99 km |
| Chak Khillo | East | 2.14 km |
| Karwal | South-East | 2.21 km |
| Gurah Mehtian | North-West | 2.45 km |
| Qasba | North-East | 2.46 km |
| Pathwal | South-East | 2.85 km |
| Allu Chak | South-West | 3.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chak Laxman
Chak Laxman is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Hira Nagar, while the nearest airport is Pathankot Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.3 km.
| 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kathua to Chak Laxman is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chak Laxman
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak Laxman 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 Laxman
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 Laxman 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chak Laxman
Where is Chak Laxman located?
Chak Laxman village is located in Kathua Tehsil, Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chak Laxman?
The Gram Panchayat of Chak Laxman is Kharote.
What is the pincode of Chak Laxman?
The pincode of Chak Laxman is 184102.
What is the population of Chak Laxman?
Chak Laxman has a total population of 63, including 28 males and 35 females.
How many households are there in Chak Laxman?
There are 11 households in Chak Laxman.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Laxman?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Laxman is 68.25%. Male literacy is 57.14% and female literacy is 77.14%.