Mangu Chak - Rajpura, Samba
Mangu Chak is a village situated in the Rajpura tehsil of Samba district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 23 km from Samba and around 23 km from Samba. Sarthi Kalan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mangu Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mangu Chak is 006658. The village covers a total geographical area of 248 hectares and falls under the 181145 pincode.
Mangu Chak 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 Mangu Chak
According to the 2011 Census, Mangu Chak village had a total population of 366 people, including 186 males and 180 females, living in 69 households. The sex ratio was 968 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.33%, with male literacy at 87.18% and female literacy at 75.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 215.
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 | 366 | 186 | 180 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 30 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 215 | 106 | 109 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 257 | 136 | 121 |
| Illiterate Population | 109 | 50 | 59 |
Nearby Villages of Mangu Chak
Mangu Chak 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 Mangu Chak
Mangu Chak is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Mangu Chak.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Samba to Mangu Chak is about 23 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 Mangu Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mangu Chak 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mangu Chak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mangu Chak village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mangu Chak
Where is Mangu Chak located?
Mangu Chak village is located in Rajpura Tehsil, Samba district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mangu Chak?
The Gram Panchayat of Mangu Chak is Sarthi Kalan.
What is the pincode of Mangu Chak?
The pincode of Mangu Chak is 181145.
What is the population of Mangu Chak?
Mangu Chak had a total population of 366, including 186 males and 180 females.
How many households are there in Mangu Chak?
Mangu Chak had 69 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mangu Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mangu Chak was 81.33%. Male literacy was 87.18% and female literacy was 75.63%.