Dhak Chair - Phagwara, Kapurthala
Dhak Chair is a village situated in the Phagwara tehsil of Kapurthala district, Punjab. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phagwara and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Kapurthala . Chair serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhak Chair village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhak Chair is 029594. The village covers a total geographical area of 91.86 hectares and falls under the 144401 pincode. Phagwara is the nearest town.
Dhak Chair village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phagwara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhak Chair
According to the 2011 Census, Dhak Chair village had a total population of 59 people, including 33 males and 26 females, living in 9 households. The sex ratio was 788 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.13%, with male literacy at 86.67% and female literacy at 73.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 38.
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 | 59 | 33 | 26 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 23 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 43 | 26 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 16 | 7 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Dhak Chair
Dhak Chair 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 Dhak Chair
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Dhak Chair.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Kapurthala to Dhak Chair is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhak Chair
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhak Chair 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dhak Chair
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhak Chair 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Dhak Chair
Where is Dhak Chair located?
Dhak Chair village is located in Phagwara Tehsil, Kapurthala district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dhak Chair?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhak Chair is Chair.
What is the pincode of Dhak Chair?
The pincode of Dhak Chair is 144401.
What is the population of Dhak Chair?
Dhak Chair had a total population of 59, including 33 males and 26 females.
How many households are there in Dhak Chair?
Dhak Chair had 9 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhak Chair?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhak Chair was 81.13%. Male literacy was 86.67% and female literacy was 73.91%.