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
As per Census 2011, Chack village has a total population of 116 people, consisting of 53 males and 63 females. The village has 16 households and a sex ratio of 1,188 females per 1,000 males. There are 12 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 86 literate and 30 illiterate residents. Additionally, 40 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chack are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 116, including 53 males and 63 females.
How many households are there in Chack?
There are 16 households in Chack.
What is the literacy rate in Chack?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chack is 74.14%. Male literacy is 75.47% and female literacy is 73.02%.