Chak Kataru
Chak Kataru is a village located in Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 26km away from sub-district headquarter Garhshankar (tehsildar office) and 29km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Chak Kataru village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chak Kataru unique in its vibrant Garhshankar-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Chak Kataru’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 Kataru
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chak Kataru is 031890. The village spans a total geographical area of 94 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 146105. Garhshankar is nearest town to Chak Kataru village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Chak Kataru
Population of Chak Kataru
According to the 2011 Census, Chak Kataru has a total population of about 882, with approximately 422 males and 460 females. The sex ratio is around 1090 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 99 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 519 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 74.38%, with male literacy at about 81.75% and female literacy near 67.61%. There are around 176 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chak Kataru's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 882 | 422 | 460 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 41 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 519 | 245 | 274 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 656 | 345 | 311 |
| Illiterate Population | 226 | 77 | 149 |
Connectivity of Chak Kataru
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chak Kataru. As per the 2011 stats, Chak Kataru 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 Chak Kataru
Knowing the nearby villages of Chak Kataru helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chak Kataru.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chak Kataru
- Where is Chak Kataru located?
- Chak Kataru village is situated in Garhshankar Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chak Kataru?
- Chak Kataru serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chak Kataru?
- The pincode of Chak Kataru is 146105, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chak Kataru as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chak Kataru is 882, with 422 males and 460 females.
- How many households are there in Chak Kataru as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chak Kataru village has a total of 176 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chak Kataru as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chak Kataru is 74.38%. The male literacy rate is 81.75%, while the female literacy rate is 67.61%.