Chak Phoolan - Ajnala, Amritsar
Chak Phoolan is a village situated in the Ajnala tehsil of Amritsar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ajnala and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Amritsar . Chak Phula serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chak Phoolan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Phoolan is 037423. The village covers a total geographical area of 111 hectares and falls under the 143102 pincode. Ajnala is the nearest town.
Chak Phoolan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Raja sansi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amritsar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chak Phoolan
According to the 2011 Census, Chak Phoolan village had a total population of 352 people, including 194 males and 158 females, living in 64 households. The sex ratio was 814 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.34%, with male literacy at 70.30% and female literacy at 61.70%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 110.
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 | 352 | 194 | 158 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 29 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 110 | 64 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 203 | 116 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 149 | 78 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Phoolan
Chak Phoolan 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 Phoolan
Chak Phoolan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Amritsar to Chak Phoolan is about 33 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chak Phoolan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak Phoolan 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 Chak Phoolan
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 Phoolan 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 Chak Phoolan
Where is Chak Phoolan located?
Chak Phoolan village is located in Ajnala Tehsil, Amritsar district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chak Phoolan?
The Gram Panchayat of Chak Phoolan is Chak Phula.
What is the pincode of Chak Phoolan?
The pincode of Chak Phoolan is 143102.
What is the population of Chak Phoolan?
Chak Phoolan had a total population of 352, including 194 males and 158 females.
How many households are there in Chak Phoolan?
Chak Phoolan had 64 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Phoolan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Phoolan was 66.34%. Male literacy was 70.30% and female literacy was 61.70%.