Chandak
Chandak is a village located in Haveli tehsil of Punch district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Haveli (tehsildar office) and 9km away from district headquarter Punch. As per 2009 stats, Chandak village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chandak unique in its vibrant Haveli-Punch region. You’ll see Chandak’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Chandak
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chandak is 001112. The village spans a total geographical area of 487 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 185101. Punch is nearest town to Chandak village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.
Google Map of Chandak
Population of Chandak
According to the 2011 Census, Chandak has a total population of about 3,207, with approximately 1,639 males and 1,568 females. The sex ratio is around 956 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 613 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2,130. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.36%, with male literacy at about 71.57% and female literacy near 56.82%. There are around 690 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chandak's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,207 | 1,639 | 1,568 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 613 | 305 | 308 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,130 | 1,082 | 1,048 |
| Literate Population | 2,064 | 1,173 | 891 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,143 | 466 | 677 |
Connectivity of Chandak
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chandak. As per the 2011 stats, Chandak had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chandak
Knowing the nearby villages of Chandak helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chandak.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chandak
- Where is Chandak located?
- Chandak village is situated in Haveli Tehsil, within the Punch district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chandak?
- Chandak serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chandak?
- The pincode of Chandak is 185101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chandak as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chandak is 3,207, with 1,639 males and 1,568 females.
- How many households are there in Chandak as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chandak village has a total of 690 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chandak as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chandak is 64.36%. The male literacy rate is 71.57%, while the female literacy rate is 56.82%.