Chack - Panjehra, Solan
Chack is a village situated in the Panjehra tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 98 km from Solan. Karsoli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chack village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chack is 020784. The village covers a total geographical area of 47.4 hectares and falls under the 174101 pincode. Nalagarh is the nearest town.
Chack 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 Chack
According to the 2011 Census, Chack village had a total population of 116 people, including 53 males and 63 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 1,189 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.69%, with male literacy at 86.96% and female literacy at 79.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 40, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 12.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 116 | 53 | 63 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 22 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 86 | 40 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 30 | 13 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Chack
Chack 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 Chack
Chack is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Solan to Chack is about 98 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chack
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chack village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chack
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chack village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Chack
Where is Chack located?
Chack village is located in Panjehra Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chack?
The Gram Panchayat of Chack is Karsoli.
What is the pincode of Chack?
The pincode of Chack is 174101.
What is the population of Chack?
Chack had a total population of 116, including 53 males and 63 females.
How many households are there in Chack?
Chack had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chack?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chack was 82.69%. Male literacy was 86.96% and female literacy was 79.31%.