Charak

Charak is a village located in Pathankot tehsil of Gurdaspur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Pathankot (tehsildar office) and 27km away from district headquarter Gurdaspur. As per 2009 stats, Charak village is also a gram panchayat.

Charak has its own place in the vibrant Gurdaspur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Charak

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Charak is 027722. The village spans a total geographical area of 42 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 145026. Pathankot is nearest town to Charak village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Charak

Below is a concise population overview of Charak as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 541 284 257
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 69 36 33
Scheduled Castes (SC) 385 200 185
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 359 212 147
Illiterate Population 182 72 110

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Charak village:

  • The total population of Charak village is around 541, including approximately 284 males and 257 females, with a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 69 children aged 0–6 years in Charak village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Charak village has 385 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Charak village is about 66.36%, with male literacy at 74.65% and female literacy at 57.20%.
  • There are around 106 households in Charak village.

Connectivity of Charak

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Charak. As per the 2011 stats, Charak had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Charak

Knowing the nearby villages of Charak helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Charak.

Madho Jainpur Bhagwal Basau Barwan Jainpur Kathana Kolian Muradpur Datyal Sheikhupur Majiri Pharwal 45 Paharipur

Frequently Asked Questions about Charak

Where is Charak located?
Charak village is situated in Pathankot Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charak?
Charak serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Charak?
The pincode of Charak is 145026, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Charak as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Charak is 541, with 284 males and 257 females.
How many households are there in Charak as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Charak village has a total of 106 households.
What is the literacy rate in Charak as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Charak is 66.36%. The male literacy rate is 74.65%, while the female literacy rate is 57.20%.