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
As per Census 2011, Chak village has a total population of 894 people, consisting of 462 males and 432 females. The village has 186 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 101 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 633 literate and 261 illiterate residents. Additionally, 58 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 51 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chak are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 894, including 462 males and 432 females.
How many households are there in Chak?
There are 186 households in Chak.
What is the literacy rate in Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak is 70.81%. Male literacy is 72.51% and female literacy is 68.98%.