Chawinda Kalan
Chawinda Kalan is a village located in Ajnala tehsil of Amritsar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Ajnala (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Amritsar . As per 2009 stats, Chawinda Kalan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chawinda Kalan unique in its vibrant Ajnala-Amritsar region. You’ll see Chawinda Kalan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Chawinda Kalan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chawinda Kalan is 037310. The village spans a total geographical area of 461 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143504. Raja Sansi is nearest town to Chawinda Kalan village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Chawinda Kalan 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 Amritsar central Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Amritsar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chawinda Kalan
Population of Chawinda Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Chawinda Kalan has a total population of about 1,688, with approximately 905 males and 783 females. The sex ratio is around 865 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 196 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 632 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 52.01%, with male literacy at about 55.14% and female literacy near 48.40%. There are around 324 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chawinda Kalan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,688 | 905 | 783 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 196 | 106 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 632 | 336 | 296 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 878 | 499 | 379 |
| Illiterate Population | 810 | 406 | 404 |
Connectivity of Chawinda Kalan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chawinda Kalan. As per the 2011 stats, Chawinda Kalan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chawinda Kalan
Knowing the nearby villages of Chawinda Kalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chawinda Kalan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chawinda Kalan
- Where is Chawinda Kalan located?
- Chawinda Kalan village is situated in Ajnala Tehsil, within the Amritsar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chawinda Kalan?
- Chawinda Kalan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chawinda Kalan?
- The pincode of Chawinda Kalan is 143504, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chawinda Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chawinda Kalan is 1,688, with 905 males and 783 females.
- How many households are there in Chawinda Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chawinda Kalan village has a total of 324 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chawinda Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chawinda Kalan is 52.01%. The male literacy rate is 55.14%, while the female literacy rate is 48.40%.