Chau Chak - Batala, Gurdaspur
Chau Chak is a village situated in the Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Batala and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Chau Chak village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chau Chak is 028572. The village covers a total geographical area of 142 hectares and falls under the 143514 pincode. Sri Hargobindpur is the nearest town.
Chau 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 Sri hargobindpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chau Chak
According to the 2011 Census, Chau Chak village had a total population of 477 people, including 233 males and 244 females, living in 89 households. The sex ratio was 1,047 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.77%, with male literacy at 84.58% and female literacy at 69.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 76.
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 | 477 | 233 | 244 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 32 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 76 | 38 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 314 | 170 | 144 |
| Illiterate Population | 163 | 63 | 100 |
Nearby Villages of Chau Chak
Chau 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 Chau Chak
Chau Chak is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Chau Chak 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 Chau Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chau Chak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chau 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 Chau Chak village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chau Chak
Where is Chau Chak located?
Chau Chak village is located in Batala Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chau Chak?
Chau Chak is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chau Chak?
The pincode of Chau Chak is 143514.
What is the population of Chau Chak?
Chau Chak had a total population of 477, including 233 males and 244 females.
How many households are there in Chau Chak?
Chau Chak had 89 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chau Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chau Chak was 76.77%. Male literacy was 84.58% and female literacy was 69.23%.