Chakk - Nalagarh, Solan
Chakk is a village situated in the Nalagarh tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Khera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chakk village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chakk is 020990. The village covers a total geographical area of 106 hectares and falls under the 174101 pincode. Nalagarh is the nearest town.
Chakk village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nalagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chakk
As per Census 2011, Chakk village has a total population of 978 people, consisting of 524 males and 454 females. The village has 214 households and a sex ratio of 866 females per 1,000 males. There are 129 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 723 literate and 255 illiterate residents. Additionally, 169 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 29 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chakk are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 978 | 524 | 454 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 129 | 76 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 169 | 83 | 86 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 29 | 12 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 723 | 402 | 321 |
| Illiterate Population | 255 | 122 | 133 |
Nearby Villages of Chakk
Chakk 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 Chakk
Public transport in the Chakk 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 Solan to Chakk is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chakk
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chakk village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chakk
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chakk village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chakk
Where is Chakk located?
Chakk village is located in Nalagarh Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chakk?
The Gram Panchayat of Chakk is Khera.
What is the pincode of Chakk?
The pincode of Chakk is 174101.
What is the population of Chakk?
Chakk has a total population of 978, including 524 males and 454 females.
How many households are there in Chakk?
There are 214 households in Chakk.
What is the literacy rate in Chakk?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chakk is 73.93%. Male literacy is 76.72% and female literacy is 70.70%.