Chak - Amb, Una
Chak is a village situated in the Amb tehsil of Una district, Himachal Pradesh. Behar Jaswan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak is 018327. The village covers a total geographical area of 268 hectares and falls under the 177210 pincode. Una is the nearest town.
Chak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chintpurni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chak
According to the 2011 Census, Chak village had a total population of 894 people, including 462 males and 432 females, living in 186 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.82%, with male literacy at 82.72% and female literacy at 76.80%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 58, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 51.
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 | 894 | 462 | 432 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 57 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 58 | 27 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 51 | 30 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 633 | 335 | 298 |
| Illiterate Population | 261 | 127 | 134 |
Nearby Villages of Chak
Chak 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 Chak
Chak is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Chak.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Una to Chak is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chak village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chak
Where is Chak located?
Chak village is located in Amb Tehsil, Una district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chak?
The Gram Panchayat of Chak is Behar Jaswan.
What is the pincode of Chak?
The pincode of Chak is 177210.
What is the population of Chak?
Chak had a total population of 894, including 462 males and 432 females.
How many households are there in Chak?
Chak had 186 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak was 79.82%. Male literacy was 82.72% and female literacy was 76.80%.