Chak Guru
Chak Guru is a village located in Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Garhshankar (tehsildar office) and 49km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Chak Guru village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chak Guru unique in its vibrant Garhshankar-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Chak Guru’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 Chak Guru
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chak Guru is 032052. The village spans a total geographical area of 173 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144532. Garhshankar is nearest town to Chak Guru village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Chak Guru
Population of Chak Guru
According to the 2011 Census, Chak Guru has a total population of about 1,268, with approximately 625 males and 643 females. The sex ratio is around 1028 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 124 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 453 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 71.45%, with male literacy at about 77.12% and female literacy near 65.94%. There are around 292 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chak Guru's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,268 | 625 | 643 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 63 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 453 | 219 | 234 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 906 | 482 | 424 |
| Illiterate Population | 362 | 143 | 219 |
Connectivity of Chak Guru
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chak Guru. As per the 2011 stats, Chak Guru had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chak Guru
Knowing the nearby villages of Chak Guru helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chak Guru.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chak Guru
- Where is Chak Guru located?
- Chak Guru village is situated in Garhshankar Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chak Guru?
- Chak Guru serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chak Guru?
- The pincode of Chak Guru is 144532, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chak Guru as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chak Guru is 1,268, with 625 males and 643 females.
- How many households are there in Chak Guru as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chak Guru village has a total of 292 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chak Guru as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chak Guru is 71.45%. The male literacy rate is 77.12%, while the female literacy rate is 65.94%.