Chak Bamun - Dasua, Hoshiarpur
Chak Bamun is a village situated in the Dasua tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dasua and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Chak Bamu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chak Bamun village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Bamun is 030788. The village covers a total geographical area of 341 hectares and falls under the 144224 pincode. Dasua is the nearest town.
Chak Bamun 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 Chak Bamun
As per Census 2011, Chak Bamun village has a total population of 1,814 people, consisting of 893 males and 921 females. The village has 430 households and a sex ratio of 1,031 females per 1,000 males. There are 185 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,257 literate and 557 illiterate residents. Additionally, 369 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chak Bamun are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,814 | 893 | 921 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 185 | 113 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 369 | 195 | 174 |
| Literate Population | 1,257 | 626 | 631 |
| Illiterate Population | 557 | 267 | 290 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Bamun
Chak Bamun 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 Chak Bamun
Public transport in the Chak Bamun is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Chak Bamun.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Chak Bamun 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 Chak Bamun
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak Bamun 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 Chak Bamun
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chak Bamun 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 Chak Bamun
Where is Chak Bamun located?
Chak Bamun village is located in Dasua Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chak Bamun?
The Gram Panchayat of Chak Bamun is Chak Bamu.
What is the pincode of Chak Bamun?
The pincode of Chak Bamun is 144224.
What is the population of Chak Bamun?
Chak Bamun has a total population of 1,814, including 893 males and 921 females.
How many households are there in Chak Bamun?
There are 430 households in Chak Bamun.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Bamun?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Bamun is 69.29%. Male literacy is 70.10% and female literacy is 68.51%.