Chowki Handan - Nowshera, Rajouri
Chowki Handan is a village situated in the Nowshera tehsil of Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 11 km from Nowshera and around 48 km from Rajouri. Chowki serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Chowki Handan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chowki Handan is 001571. The village covers a total geographical area of 1612.7 hectares and falls under the 185151 pincode. Nowshera is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Chowki Handan 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 Chowki Handan
According to the 2011 Census, Chowki Handan village had a total population of 4,129 people, including 2,151 males and 1,978 females, living in 951 households. The sex ratio was 920 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.82%, with male literacy at 85.25% and female literacy at 67.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,595, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 309.
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 | 4,129 | 2,151 | 1,978 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 548 | 294 | 254 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,595 | 818 | 777 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 309 | 156 | 153 |
| Literate Population | 2,751 | 1,583 | 1,168 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,378 | 568 | 810 |
Nearby Villages of Chowki Handan
Chowki Handan 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 Chowki Handan
Chowki Handan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Chowki Handan is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajouri to Chowki Handan is about 48 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 Chowki Handan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chowki Handan 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chowki Handan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chowki Handan 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chowki Handan
Where is Chowki Handan located?
Chowki Handan village is located in Nowshera Tehsil, Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Chowki Handan?
The Halqa Panchayat of Chowki Handan is Chowki.
What is the pincode of Chowki Handan?
The pincode of Chowki Handan is 185151.
What is the population of Chowki Handan?
Chowki Handan had a total population of 4,129, including 2,151 males and 1,978 females.
How many households are there in Chowki Handan?
Chowki Handan had 951 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chowki Handan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chowki Handan was 76.82%. Male literacy was 85.25% and female literacy was 67.75%.