Chark - Ludhiana (West), Ludhiana
Chark is a village situated in the Ludhiana (West) tehsil of Ludhiana district, Punjab. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ludhiana (west) and around 14 km from the district headquarters in Ludhiana. Chahar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chark village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chark is 033640. The village covers a total geographical area of 149 hectares and falls under the 141008 pincode. Ludhiana is the nearest town.
Chark village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gill Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ludhiana Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chark
According to the 2011 Census, Chark village had a total population of 1,161 people, including 594 males and 567 females, living in 240 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.59%, with male literacy at 62.43% and female literacy at 46.20%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 499.
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 | 1,161 | 594 | 567 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 126 | 59 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 499 | 255 | 244 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 565 | 334 | 231 |
| Illiterate Population | 596 | 260 | 336 |
Nearby Villages of Chark
Chark 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 Chark
Chark is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Chark.
| 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 Ludhiana to Chark is about 14 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chark
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chark 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 Chark
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chark 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 Chark
Where is Chark located?
Chark village is located in Ludhiana (West) Tehsil, Ludhiana district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chark?
The Gram Panchayat of Chark is Chahar.
What is the pincode of Chark?
The pincode of Chark is 141008.
What is the population of Chark?
Chark had a total population of 1,161, including 594 males and 567 females.
How many households are there in Chark?
Chark had 240 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chark?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chark was 54.59%. Male literacy was 62.43% and female literacy was 46.20%.