Chauk
About Chauk
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Chauk village is 013888. Chauk village is located in Sarkaghat tehsil of Mandi district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 65km away from district headquarter Sarkaghat. Sarkaghat is the sub-district headquarter of Chauk village. As per 2009 stats, Chowk Dpr is the gram panchayat of Chauk village.
The total geographical area of village is 101.6 hectares. Chauk has a total population of 333 peoples, out of which male population is 164 while female population is 169. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1030 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of chauk village is 75.98% out of which 76.83% males and 75.15% females are literate. There are about 79 houses in chauk village. Pincode of chauk village locality is 175024.
When it comes to administration, Chauk 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, Chauk village comes under Sarkaghat Vidhan Sabha constituency & Mandi Lok Sabha constituency. Sarkaghat is nearest town to chauk village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Chauk
The population details of Chauk 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 | 333 | 164 | 169 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 37 | 21 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 103 | 52 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 253 | 126 | 127 |
| Illiterate Population | 80 | 38 | 42 |
Connectivity of Chauk
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Chauk
Where is Chauk located?
Chauk village is situated in Sarkaghat Tehsil, within the Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chauk?
The Gram Panchayat of Chauk is Chowk Dpr (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Chauk?
The pincode of Chauk is 175024, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chauk as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chauk is 333, with 164 males and 169 females.
How many households are there in Chauk as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chauk village has a total of 79 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chauk as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chauk is 75.98%. The male literacy rate is 76.83%, while the female literacy rate is 75.15%.