Chaunki
About Chaunki
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Chaunki village is 010847. Chaunki village is located in Khundian tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 73km away from district headquarter Khundian. Khundian is the sub-district headquarter of Chaunki village. As per 2009 stats, Pukhru is the gram panchayat of Chaunki village.
The total geographical area of village is 80.66 hectares. Chaunki has a total population of 229 peoples, out of which male population is 111 while female population is 118. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1063 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of chaunki village is 73.36% out of which 79.28% males and 67.80% females are literate. There are about 42 houses in chaunki village. Pincode of chaunki village locality is 176031.
When it comes to administration, Chaunki 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, Chaunki village comes under Jawalamukhi Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Jawalamukhi is nearest town to chaunki village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Chaunki
The population details of Chaunki 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 | 229 | 111 | 118 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 37 | 18 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 64 | 28 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 168 | 88 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 61 | 23 | 38 |
Connectivity of Chaunki
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Chaunki
Where is Chaunki located?
Chaunki village is situated in Khundian Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chaunki?
The Gram Panchayat of Chaunki is Pukhru (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Chaunki?
The pincode of Chaunki is 176031, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chaunki as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chaunki is 229, with 111 males and 118 females.
How many households are there in Chaunki as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chaunki village has a total of 42 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chaunki as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chaunki is 73.36%. The male literacy rate is 79.28%, while the female literacy rate is 67.80%.