Chowk - Sundarnagar, Mandi
Chowk is a village situated in the Sundarnagar tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Chowk village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chowk is 014225. The village covers a total geographical area of 162.77 hectares and falls under the 175018 pincode. Sundarnagar is the nearest town.
Chowk village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nachan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chowk
As per Census 2011, Chowk village has a total population of 1,398 people, consisting of 689 males and 709 females. The village has 307 households and a sex ratio of 1,029 females per 1,000 males. There are 134 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,141 literate and 257 illiterate residents. Additionally, 592 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chowk are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,398 | 689 | 709 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 67 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 592 | 293 | 299 |
| Literate Population | 1,141 | 589 | 552 |
| Illiterate Population | 257 | 100 | 157 |
Nearby Villages of Chowk
Chowk is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Chowk
Chowk is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Chowk is about 21 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chowk
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chowk village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chowk
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chowk village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chowk
Where is Chowk located?
Chowk village is located in Sundarnagar Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chowk?
Chowk is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chowk?
The pincode of Chowk is 175018.
What is the population of Chowk?
Chowk has a total population of 1,398, including 689 males and 709 females.
How many households are there in Chowk?
There are 307 households in Chowk.
What is the literacy rate in Chowk?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chowk is 81.62%. Male literacy is 85.49% and female literacy is 77.86%.