Chaunk
About Chaunk
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Chaunk village is 016617. Chaunk village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 26.51 hectares. Chaunk has a total population of 93 peoples, out of which male population is 50 while female population is 43. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 860 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of chaunk village is 78.49% out of which 86.00% males and 69.77% females are literate. There are about 15 houses in chaunk village. Pincode of chaunk village locality is 177041.
When it comes to administration, Chaunk village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Chaunk village comes under Nadaun Vidhan Sabha constituency & Hamirpur Lok Sabha constituency. Nadaun is nearest town to chaunk village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Chaunk
The population details of Chaunk cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 93 | 50 | 43 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 10 | 3 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 73 | 43 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 20 | 7 | 13 |
Connectivity of Chaunk
| 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 |
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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%.