Chark
Chark is a village located in Ludhiana West tehsil of Ludhiana district in Punjab, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Ludhiana (west) (tehsildar office) and 14km away from district headquarter Ludhiana. As per 2009 stats, Chahar is the gram panchayat of Chark village.
Chark has its own place in the vibrant Ludhiana region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Chark
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chark is 033640. The village spans a total geographical area of 149 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 141008. Ludhiana is nearest town to Chark village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Chark village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Gill Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ludhiana Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chark
Population of Chark
Below is a concise population overview of Chark as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | 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) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 565 | 334 | 231 |
| Illiterate Population | 596 | 260 | 336 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chark village:
- The total population of Chark village is around 1,161, including approximately 594 males and 567 females, with a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 126 children aged 0–6 years in Chark village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chark village has 499 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Chark village is about 48.66%, with male literacy at 56.23% and female literacy at 40.74%.
- There are around 240 households in Chark village.
Connectivity of Chark
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chark. As per the 2011 stats, Chark 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chark
Knowing the nearby villages of Chark helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chark.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chark
- Where is Chark located?
- Chark village is situated in Ludhiana West Tehsil, within the Ludhiana district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chark?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chark is Chahar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chark?
- The pincode of Chark is 141008, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chark as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chark is 1,161, with 594 males and 567 females.
- How many households are there in Chark as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chark village has a total of 240 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chark as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chark is 48.66%. The male literacy rate is 56.23%, while the female literacy rate is 40.74%.