Chauk
Chauk is a village 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.
Here you can discover what makes Chauk unique in its vibrant Sundarnagar-Mandi region. You’ll see Chauk’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 Chauk
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chauk is 014225. The village spans a total geographical area of 162.77 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 174402. Sundarnagar is nearest town to Chauk village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Chauk village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Nachan Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mandi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chauk
Population of Chauk
According to the 2011 Census, Chauk has a total population of about 1,398, with approximately 689 males and 709 females. The sex ratio is around 1029 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 134 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 592 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 81.62%, with male literacy at about 85.49% and female literacy near 77.86%. There are around 307 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chauk's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
---|---|---|---|
Total Population | 1,398 | 689 | 709 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 67 | 67 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 592 | 293 | 299 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 1,141 | 589 | 552 |
Illiterate Population | 257 | 100 | 157 |
Connectivity of Chauk
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chauk. As per the 2011 stats, Chauk 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chauk
Knowing the nearby villages of Chauk helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chauk.
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%.