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
According to the 2011 Census, Chak Bamun village had a total population of 1,814 people, including 893 males and 921 females, living in 430 households. The sex ratio was 1,031 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.16%, with male literacy at 80.26% and female literacy at 74.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 369.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,814 | 893 | 921 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 185 | 113 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 369 | 195 | 174 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 1,814, including 893 males and 921 females.
How many households are there in Chak Bamun?
Chak Bamun had 430 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Bamun?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Bamun was 77.16%. Male literacy was 80.26% and female literacy was 74.32%.