Baja Chak - Dasua, Hoshiarpur
Baja Chak is a village situated in the Dasua tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dasua and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Baja Chak village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baja Chak is 030749. The village covers a total geographical area of 209 hectares and falls under the 144221 pincode. Dasua is the nearest town.
Baja 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 Urmar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Baja Chak
As per Census 2011, Baja Chak village has a total population of 1,007 people, consisting of 518 males and 489 females. The village has 197 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 97 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 766 literate and 241 illiterate residents. Additionally, 683 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Baja Chak are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,007 | 518 | 489 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 61 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 683 | 344 | 339 |
| Literate Population | 766 | 402 | 364 |
| Illiterate Population | 241 | 116 | 125 |
Nearby Villages of Baja Chak
Baja 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 Baja Chak
Public transport in the Baja Chak is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Baja Chak.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Baja Chak is about 49 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 Baja Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baja Chak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Baja 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 Baja Chak village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Baja Chak
Where is Baja Chak located?
Baja Chak village is located in Dasua Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baja Chak?
Baja Chak is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Baja Chak?
The pincode of Baja Chak is 144221.
What is the population of Baja Chak?
Baja Chak has a total population of 1,007, including 518 males and 489 females.
How many households are there in Baja Chak?
There are 197 households in Baja Chak.
What is the literacy rate in Baja Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baja Chak is 76.07%. Male literacy is 77.61% and female literacy is 74.44%.