Baja Chak
Baja Chak is a village located in Dasua tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Dasua (tehsildar office) and 49km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Baja Chak village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Baja Chak unique in its vibrant Dasua-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Baja 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 Baja Chak
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Baja Chak is 030749. The village spans a total geographical area of 209 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144205. Dasua is nearest town to Baja Chak village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Baja Chak
Population of Baja Chak
According to the 2011 Census, Baja Chak has a total population of about 1,007, with approximately 518 males and 489 females. The sex ratio is around 944 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 97 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 683 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 76.07%, with male literacy at about 77.61% and female literacy near 74.44%. There are around 197 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Baja Chak's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,007 | 518 | 489 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 61 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 683 | 344 | 339 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 766 | 402 | 364 |
| Illiterate Population | 241 | 116 | 125 |
Connectivity of Baja Chak
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Baja Chak. As per the 2011 stats, Baja 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 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Baja Chak
Knowing the nearby villages of Baja Chak helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Baja Chak.
Frequently Asked Questions about Baja Chak
- Where is Baja Chak located?
- Baja Chak village is situated in Dasua Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Baja Chak?
- Baja Chak serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Baja Chak?
- The pincode of Baja Chak is 144205, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Baja Chak as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Baja Chak is 1,007, with 518 males and 489 females.
- How many households are there in Baja Chak as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Baja Chak village has a total of 197 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Baja Chak as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Baja Chak is 76.07%. The male literacy rate is 77.61%, while the female literacy rate is 74.44%.