Chaunk

Chaunk is a village located in Nadaun tehsil of Hamirpur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 24km away from district headquarter Nadaun. Nadaun is the sub-district headquarter of Chaunk village. As per 2009 stats, Bhadroon is the gram panchayat of Chaunk village.

Chaunk has its own place in the vibrant Hamirpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Chaunk

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chaunk is 016617. The village spans a total geographical area of 26.51 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 177041. Nadaun is nearest town to Chaunk village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Chaunk village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Nadaun Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Chaunk

Below is a concise population overview of Chaunk as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 93 50 43
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 8 5 3
Scheduled Castes (SC) 10 3 7
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 73 43 30
Illiterate Population 20 7 13

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chaunk village:

  • The total population of Chaunk village is around 93, including approximately 50 males and 43 females, with a sex ratio of 860 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 8 children aged 0–6 years in Chaunk village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Chaunk village has 10 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Chaunk village is about 78.49%, with male literacy at 86.00% and female literacy at 69.77%.
  • There are around 15 households in Chaunk village.

Connectivity of Chaunk

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chaunk. As per the 2011 stats, Chaunk had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Chaunk

Knowing the nearby villages of Chaunk helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chaunk.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Chaunk

Where is Chaunk located?
Chaunk village is situated in Nadaun Tehsil, within the Hamirpur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chaunk?
The Gram Panchayat of Chaunk is Bhadroon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Chaunk?
The pincode of Chaunk is 177041, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chaunk as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chaunk is 93, with 50 males and 43 females.
How many households are there in Chaunk as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chaunk village has a total of 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chaunk as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chaunk is 78.49%. The male literacy rate is 86.00%, while the female literacy rate is 69.77%.