Chak Rautan - Garhshankar, Hoshiarpur
Chak Rautan is a village situated in the Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garhshankar and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Chak Rautan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Rautan is 032037. The village covers a total geographical area of 112 hectares and falls under the 146111 pincode. Garhshankar is the nearest town.
Chak Rautan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chabbewal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chak Rautan
As per Census 2011, Chak Rautan village has a total population of 948 people, consisting of 490 males and 458 females. The village has 175 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 151 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 543 literate and 405 illiterate residents. Additionally, 290 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chak Rautan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 948 | 490 | 458 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 151 | 69 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 290 | 160 | 130 |
| Literate Population | 543 | 310 | 233 |
| Illiterate Population | 405 | 180 | 225 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Rautan
Chak Rautan 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 Chak Rautan
Chak Rautan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Chak Rautan.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Chak Rautan is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chak Rautan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak Rautan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chak Rautan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chak Rautan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chak Rautan
Where is Chak Rautan located?
Chak Rautan village is located in Garhshankar Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chak Rautan?
Chak Rautan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chak Rautan?
The pincode of Chak Rautan is 146111.
What is the population of Chak Rautan?
Chak Rautan has a total population of 948, including 490 males and 458 females.
How many households are there in Chak Rautan?
There are 175 households in Chak Rautan.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Rautan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Rautan is 57.28%. Male literacy is 63.27% and female literacy is 50.87%.