Chak Jaralan - Nowshera, Rajouri
Chak Jaralan is a village situated in the Nowshera tehsil of Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 7 km from Nowshera and around 50 km from Rajouri. Chak Jarallan serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Chak Jaralan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Jaralan is 001582. The village covers a total geographical area of 322.9 hectares and falls under the 185151 pincode. Nowshera is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Chak Jaralan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nowshera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chak Jaralan
According to the 2011 Census, Chak Jaralan village had a total population of 1,157 people, including 583 males and 574 females, living in 249 households. The sex ratio was 985 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.60%, with male literacy at 87.73% and female literacy at 73.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 47, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 83.
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 | 1,157 | 583 | 574 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 188 | 94 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 47 | 24 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 83 | 47 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 781 | 429 | 352 |
| Illiterate Population | 376 | 154 | 222 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Jaralan
Chak Jaralan 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 Jaralan
Chak Jaralan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Nowshera to Chak Jaralan is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajouri to Chak Jaralan is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chak Jaralan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak Jaralan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chak Jaralan
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 Jaralan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chak Jaralan
Where is Chak Jaralan located?
Chak Jaralan village is located in Nowshera Tehsil, Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Chak Jaralan?
The Halqa Panchayat of Chak Jaralan is Chak Jarallan.
What is the pincode of Chak Jaralan?
The pincode of Chak Jaralan is 185151.
What is the population of Chak Jaralan?
Chak Jaralan had a total population of 1,157, including 583 males and 574 females.
How many households are there in Chak Jaralan?
Chak Jaralan had 249 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Jaralan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Jaralan was 80.60%. Male literacy was 87.73% and female literacy was 73.33%.