Sharif Chak
Sharif Chak is a village located in Pathankot tehsil of Gurdaspur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Pathankot (tehsildar office) and 33km away from district headquarter Gurdaspur. As per 2009 stats, Sharif Chak village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sharif Chak unique in its vibrant Pathankot-Gurdaspur region. You’ll see Sharif Chak’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 Sharif Chak
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sharif Chak is 027611. The village spans a total geographical area of 331 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 145025. Pathankot is nearest town to Sharif Chak village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Sharif Chak
Population of Sharif Chak
According to the 2011 Census, Sharif Chak has a total population of about 1,178, with approximately 618 males and 560 females. The sex ratio is around 906 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 118 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 514 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 69.69%, with male literacy at about 75.08% and female literacy near 63.75%. There are around 224 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sharif Chak's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,178 | 618 | 560 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 64 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 514 | 267 | 247 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 821 | 464 | 357 |
| Illiterate Population | 357 | 154 | 203 |
Connectivity of Sharif Chak
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sharif Chak. As per the 2011 stats, Sharif Chak 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sharif Chak
Knowing the nearby villages of Sharif Chak helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sharif Chak.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sharif Chak
- Where is Sharif Chak located?
- Sharif Chak village is situated in Pathankot Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sharif Chak?
- Sharif Chak serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sharif Chak?
- The pincode of Sharif Chak is 145025, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sharif Chak as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sharif Chak is 1,178, with 618 males and 560 females.
- How many households are there in Sharif Chak as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sharif Chak village has a total of 224 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sharif Chak as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sharif Chak is 69.69%. The male literacy rate is 75.08%, while the female literacy rate is 63.75%.