Chaunki Kalan
Chaunki Kalan is a village located in Dera Gopipur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 40km away from district headquarter Dera Gopipur. Dera Gopipur is the sub-district headquarter of Chaunki Kalan village. As per 2009 stats, Dohag Paloti is the gram panchayat of Chaunki Kalan village.
Here you can discover what makes Chaunki Kalan unique in its vibrant Dera Gopipur-Kangra region. You’ll see Chaunki Kalan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Chaunki Kalan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chaunki Kalan is 010360. The village spans a total geographical area of 69.86 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176029. Jawalamukhi is nearest town to Chaunki Kalan village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Chaunki Kalan
Population of Chaunki Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Chaunki Kalan has a total population of about 205, with approximately 83 males and 122 females. The sex ratio is around 1469 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 25 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 55 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.66%, with male literacy at about 77.11% and female literacy near 71.31%. There are around 49 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chaunki Kalan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 205 | 83 | 122 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 12 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 27 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 151 | 64 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 54 | 19 | 35 |
Connectivity of Chaunki Kalan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chaunki Kalan. As per the 2011 stats, Chaunki Kalan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chaunki Kalan
Knowing the nearby villages of Chaunki Kalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chaunki Kalan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chaunki Kalan
- Where is Chaunki Kalan located?
- Chaunki Kalan village is situated in Dera Gopipur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chaunki Kalan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chaunki Kalan is Dohag Paloti (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chaunki Kalan?
- The pincode of Chaunki Kalan is 176029, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chaunki Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chaunki Kalan is 205, with 83 males and 122 females.
- How many households are there in Chaunki Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chaunki Kalan village has a total of 49 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chaunki Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chaunki Kalan is 73.66%. The male literacy rate is 77.11%, while the female literacy rate is 71.31%.