Rai Chak
Rai 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 52km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Rai Chak village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Rai Chak unique in its vibrant Dasua-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Rai 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 Rai Chak
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Rai Chak is 031010. The village spans a total geographical area of 60 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144205. Dasua is nearest town to Rai Chak village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Rai Chak
Population of Rai Chak
According to the 2011 Census, Rai Chak has a total population of about 415, with approximately 214 males and 201 females. The sex ratio is around 939 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 39 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 78 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 68.43%, with male literacy at about 74.30% and female literacy near 62.19%. There are around 81 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Rai Chak's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 415 | 214 | 201 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 16 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 78 | 44 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 284 | 159 | 125 |
| Illiterate Population | 131 | 55 | 76 |
Connectivity of Rai Chak
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Rai Chak. As per the 2011 stats, Rai 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Rai Chak
Knowing the nearby villages of Rai Chak helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Rai Chak.
Frequently Asked Questions about Rai Chak
- Where is Rai Chak located?
- Rai Chak village is situated in Dasua Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Rai Chak?
- Rai Chak serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Rai Chak?
- The pincode of Rai Chak is 144205, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Rai Chak as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Rai Chak is 415, with 214 males and 201 females.
- How many households are there in Rai Chak as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Rai Chak village has a total of 81 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Rai Chak as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Rai Chak is 68.43%. The male literacy rate is 74.30%, while the female literacy rate is 62.19%.