Chakol
Chakol is a village located in Baijnath tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 53km away from district headquarter Baijnath. Baijnath is the sub-district headquarter of Chakol village. As per 2009 stats, Mahal Pat is the gram panchayat of Chakol village.
Chakol has its own place in the vibrant Kangra 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 Chakol
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chakol is 012036. The village spans a total geographical area of 69.88 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176125. Palampur is nearest town to Chakol village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Chakol
Below is a concise population overview of Chakol as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 739 | 374 | 365 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 51 | 33 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 417 | 218 | 199 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 67 | 37 | 30 |
Literate Population | 576 | 298 | 278 |
Illiterate Population | 163 | 76 | 87 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chakol village:
- The total population of Chakol village is around 739, including approximately 374 males and 365 females, with a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 84 children aged 0–6 years in Chakol village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chakol village has 417 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 67 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Chakol village is about 77.94%, with male literacy at 79.68% and female literacy at 76.16%.
- There are around 170 households in Chakol village.
Connectivity of Chakol
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chakol. As per the 2011 stats, Chakol had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chakol
Knowing the nearby villages of Chakol helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chakol.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chakol
- Where is Chakol located?
- Chakol village is situated in Baijnath Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chakol?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chakol is Mahal Pat (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chakol?
- The pincode of Chakol is 176125, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chakol as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chakol is 739, with 374 males and 365 females.
- How many households are there in Chakol as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chakol village has a total of 170 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chakol as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chakol is 77.94%. The male literacy rate is 79.68%, while the female literacy rate is 76.16%.