Chak Chau - Batala, Gurdaspur
Chak Chau is a village situated in the Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Batala and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Chak Chau village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Chau is 028574. The village covers a total geographical area of 162 hectares and falls under the 143514 pincode. Sri Hargobindpur is the nearest town.
Chak Chau village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri hargobindpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chak Chau
As per Census 2011, Chak Chau village has a total population of 670 people, consisting of 342 males and 328 females. The village has 163 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 56 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 527 literate and 143 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chak Chau are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 670 | 342 | 328 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 39 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 527 | 278 | 249 |
| Illiterate Population | 143 | 64 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Chau
Chak Chau 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 Chau
Public transport in the Chak Chau is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Gurdaspur to Chak Chau is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chak Chau
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak Chau village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chak Chau
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 Chau 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chak Chau
Where is Chak Chau located?
Chak Chau village is located in Batala Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chak Chau?
Chak Chau is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chak Chau?
The pincode of Chak Chau is 143514.
What is the population of Chak Chau?
Chak Chau has a total population of 670, including 342 males and 328 females.
How many households are there in Chak Chau?
There are 163 households in Chak Chau.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Chau?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Chau is 78.66%. Male literacy is 81.29% and female literacy is 75.91%.