Chung
Chung is a village located in Baba Bakala tehsil of Amritsar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Baba Bakala (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Amritsar . As per 2009 stats, Chung village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chung unique in its vibrant Baba Bakala-Amritsar region. You’ll see Chung’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 Chung
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chung is 037812. The village spans a total geographical area of 325 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143114. Batala is nearest town to Chung village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Chung
Population of Chung
According to the 2011 Census, Chung has a total population of about 1,557, with approximately 823 males and 734 females. The sex ratio is around 891 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 185 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 729 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.67%, with male literacy at about 71.81% and female literacy near 60.90%. There are around 329 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chung's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,557 | 823 | 734 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 185 | 104 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 729 | 382 | 347 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,038 | 591 | 447 |
| Illiterate Population | 519 | 232 | 287 |
Connectivity of Chung
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chung. As per the 2011 stats, Chung had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chung
Knowing the nearby villages of Chung helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chung.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chung
- Where is Chung located?
- Chung village is situated in Baba Bakala Tehsil, within the Amritsar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chung?
- Chung serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chung?
- The pincode of Chung is 143114, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chung as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chung is 1,557, with 823 males and 734 females.
- How many households are there in Chung as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chung village has a total of 329 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chung as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chung is 66.67%. The male literacy rate is 71.81%, while the female literacy rate is 60.90%.