Chalayari Kalan - Rajpura, Samba
Chalayari Kalan is a village situated in the Rajpura tehsil of Samba district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 20 km from Samba and around 20 km from Samba. Chachwal serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Chalayari Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chalayari Kalan is 006654. The village covers a total geographical area of 189 hectares and falls under the 181145 pincode.
Chalayari Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Samba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chalayari Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Chalayari Kalan village had a total population of 638 people, including 322 males and 316 females, living in 130 households. The sex ratio was 981 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.55%, with male literacy at 86.45% and female literacy at 70.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 435.
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 | 638 | 322 | 316 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 49 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 435 | 221 | 214 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 432 | 236 | 196 |
| Illiterate Population | 206 | 86 | 120 |
Nearby Villages of Chalayari Kalan
Chalayari Kalan 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 Chalayari Kalan
Chalayari Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Chalayari Kalan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Samba to Chalayari Kalan is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chalayari Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chalayari Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chalayari Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chalayari Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chalayari Kalan
Where is Chalayari Kalan located?
Chalayari Kalan village is located in Rajpura Tehsil, Samba district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Chalayari Kalan?
The Halqa Panchayat of Chalayari Kalan is Chachwal.
What is the pincode of Chalayari Kalan?
The pincode of Chalayari Kalan is 181145.
What is the population of Chalayari Kalan?
Chalayari Kalan had a total population of 638, including 322 males and 316 females.
How many households are there in Chalayari Kalan?
Chalayari Kalan had 130 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chalayari Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chalayari Kalan was 78.55%. Male literacy was 86.45% and female literacy was 70.76%.