Chak Shama - Marheen, Kathua
Chak Shama is a village situated in the Marheen tehsil of Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 20 km from Hiranagar and around 34 km from Kathua. Mukandpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chak Shama village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Shama is 002157. The village covers a total geographical area of 204 hectares and falls under the 184148 pincode. Hiranagar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Chak Shama 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 Chak Shama
According to the 2011 Census, Chak Shama village had a total population of 579 people, including 306 males and 273 females, living in 97 households. The sex ratio was 892 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.41%, with male literacy at 84.21% and female literacy at 68.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 21, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 15.
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 | 579 | 306 | 273 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 40 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 10 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 392 | 224 | 168 |
| Illiterate Population | 187 | 82 | 105 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Shama
Chak Shama 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 Shama
Chak Shama 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Chak Shama is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kathua to Chak Shama is about 34 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 Shama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak Shama village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chak Shama
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 Shama 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chak Shama
Where is Chak Shama located?
Chak Shama village is located in Marheen Tehsil, Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chak Shama?
The Gram Panchayat of Chak Shama is Mukandpur.
What is the pincode of Chak Shama?
The pincode of Chak Shama is 184148.
What is the population of Chak Shama?
Chak Shama had a total population of 579, including 306 males and 273 females.
How many households are there in Chak Shama?
Chak Shama had 97 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Shama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Shama was 76.41%. Male literacy was 84.21% and female literacy was 68.02%.