Ganga Chak
Ganga Chak is a village located in Dasua tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Dasua (tehsildar office) and 47km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Ganga Chak village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Ganga Chak unique in its vibrant Dasua-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Ganga 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 Ganga Chak
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ganga Chak is 030751. The village spans a total geographical area of 122 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144205. Dasua is nearest town to Ganga Chak village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Ganga Chak
Population of Ganga Chak
According to the 2011 Census, Ganga Chak has a total population of about 402, with approximately 207 males and 195 females. The sex ratio is around 942 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 50 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 199 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 76.62%, with male literacy at about 77.78% and female literacy near 75.38%. There are around 87 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ganga Chak's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 402 | 207 | 195 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 30 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 199 | 95 | 104 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 308 | 161 | 147 |
| Illiterate Population | 94 | 46 | 48 |
Connectivity of Ganga Chak
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ganga Chak. As per the 2011 stats, Ganga 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 Ganga Chak
Knowing the nearby villages of Ganga Chak helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ganga Chak.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ganga Chak
- Where is Ganga Chak located?
- Ganga Chak village is situated in Dasua Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ganga Chak?
- Ganga Chak serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Ganga Chak?
- The pincode of Ganga Chak is 144205, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ganga Chak as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ganga Chak is 402, with 207 males and 195 females.
- How many households are there in Ganga Chak as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ganga Chak village has a total of 87 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ganga Chak as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ganga Chak is 76.62%. The male literacy rate is 77.78%, while the female literacy rate is 75.38%.