Chak Khokharan - Ramgarh, Samba
Chak Khokharan is a village situated in the Ramgarh tehsil of Samba district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 24 km from Samba and around 22 km from Samba. Mahalshan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chak Khokharan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Khokharan is 006564. The village covers a total geographical area of 107.7 hectares and falls under the 181141 pincode.
Chak Khokharan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chak Khokharan
According to the 2011 Census, Chak Khokharan village had a total population of 260 people, including 131 males and 129 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 985 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.84%, with male literacy at 93.86% and female literacy at 78.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 35.
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 | 260 | 131 | 129 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 17 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 17 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 200 | 107 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 60 | 24 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Khokharan
Chak Khokharan 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 Khokharan
Chak Khokharan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Chak Khokharan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Chak Khokharan is about 22 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 Chak Khokharan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak Khokharan 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chak Khokharan
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 Khokharan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chak Khokharan
Where is Chak Khokharan located?
Chak Khokharan village is located in Ramgarh Tehsil, Samba district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chak Khokharan?
The Gram Panchayat of Chak Khokharan is Mahalshan.
What is the pincode of Chak Khokharan?
The pincode of Chak Khokharan is 181141.
What is the population of Chak Khokharan?
Chak Khokharan had a total population of 260, including 131 males and 129 females.
How many households are there in Chak Khokharan?
Chak Khokharan had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Khokharan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Khokharan was 85.84%. Male literacy was 93.86% and female literacy was 78.15%.