Chauk
About Chauk
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Chauk village is 014225. Chauk village is located in Sundarnagar tehsil of Mandi district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 21km away from district headquarter Sundarnagar. Sundarnagar is the sub-district headquarter of Chauk village. As per 2009 stats, Chowk is the gram panchayat of Chauk village.
The total geographical area of village is 162.77 hectares. Chauk has a total population of 1,398 peoples, out of which male population is 689 while female population is 709. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1029 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of chauk village is 81.62% out of which 85.49% males and 77.86% females are literate. There are about 307 houses in chauk village. Pincode of chauk village locality is 174402.
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 Nachan Vidhan Sabha constituency & Mandi Lok Sabha constituency. Sundarnagar 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 | 1,398 | 689 | 709 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 134 | 67 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 592 | 293 | 299 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,141 | 589 | 552 |
| Illiterate Population | 257 | 100 | 157 |
Connectivity of Chauk
| 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 Chauk
Where is Chauk located?
Chauk village is situated in Sundarnagar Tehsil, within the Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chauk?
The Gram Panchayat of Chauk is Chowk (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 174402, 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 1,398, with 689 males and 709 females.
How many households are there in Chauk as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chauk village has a total of 307 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chauk as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chauk is 81.62%. The male literacy rate is 85.49%, while the female literacy rate is 77.86%.