Shink Chathial - Dasua, Hoshiarpur
Shink Chathial is a village situated in the Dasua tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dasua and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Shin Chathial serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shink Chathial village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shink Chathial is 030943. The village covers a total geographical area of 135 hectares and falls under the 144207 pincode. Dasua is the nearest town.
Shink Chathial 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 Shink Chathial
According to the 2011 Census, Shink Chathial village had a total population of 726 people, including 354 males and 372 females, living in 148 households. The sex ratio was 1,051 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.35%, with male literacy at 93.71% and female literacy at 83.48%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 153.
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 | 726 | 354 | 372 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 52 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 153 | 69 | 84 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 561 | 283 | 278 |
| Illiterate Population | 165 | 71 | 94 |
Nearby Villages of Shink Chathial
Shink Chathial 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 Shink Chathial
Shink Chathial is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Shink Chathial.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Shink Chathial is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shink Chathial
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shink Chathial 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Shink Chathial
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shink Chathial 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 Shink Chathial
Where is Shink Chathial located?
Shink Chathial village is located in Dasua Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shink Chathial?
The Gram Panchayat of Shink Chathial is Shin Chathial.
What is the pincode of Shink Chathial?
The pincode of Shink Chathial is 144207.
What is the population of Shink Chathial?
Shink Chathial had a total population of 726, including 354 males and 372 females.
How many households are there in Shink Chathial?
Shink Chathial had 148 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shink Chathial?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shink Chathial was 88.35%. Male literacy was 93.71% and female literacy was 83.48%.