Chandak - Haveli, Poonch
Chandak is a village situated in the Haveli tehsil of Poonch district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 9 km from Haveli and around 9 km from Punch. Chandak B serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Chandak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandak is 001112. The village covers a total geographical area of 487 hectares and falls under the 185101 pincode. Punch is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Chandak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chandak
According to the 2011 Census, Chandak village had a total population of 3,207 people, including 1,639 males and 1,568 females, living in 690 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.57%, with male literacy at 87.93% and female literacy at 70.71%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,130.
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 | 3,207 | 1,639 | 1,568 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 613 | 305 | 308 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,130 | 1,082 | 1,048 |
| Literate Population | 2,064 | 1,173 | 891 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,143 | 466 | 677 |
Nearby Villages of Chandak
Chandak 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 Chandak
Public transport in the Chandak is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Punch to Chandak is about 9 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 Chandak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chandak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandak 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chandak
Where is Chandak located?
Chandak village is located in Haveli Tehsil, Poonch district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Chandak?
The Halqa Panchayat of Chandak is Chandak B.
What is the pincode of Chandak?
The pincode of Chandak is 185101.
What is the population of Chandak?
Chandak had a total population of 3,207, including 1,639 males and 1,568 females.
How many households are there in Chandak?
Chandak had 690 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chandak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandak was 79.57%. Male literacy was 87.93% and female literacy was 70.71%.