Chima - Barnala
Chima is a village situated in the Barnala tehsil of Barnala district, Punjab. It is located approximately 9 km from Barnala, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Cheema serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chima village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chima is 040001. The village covers a total geographical area of 1544 hectares and falls under the 148103 pincode. Barnala is the nearest town.
Chima village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mehal kalan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangrur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chima
As per Census 2011, Chima village has a total population of 5,913 people, consisting of 3,060 males and 2,853 females. The village has 1,086 households and a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males. There are 619 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,537 literate and 2,376 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,572 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chima are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,913 | 3,060 | 2,853 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 619 | 309 | 310 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,572 | 802 | 770 |
| Literate Population | 3,537 | 1,951 | 1,586 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,376 | 1,109 | 1,267 |
Nearby Villages of Chima
Chima 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 Chima
Chima is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Chima.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Barnala to Chima is about 9 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chima
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chima village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chima
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chima village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chima
Where is Chima located?
Chima village is located in Barnala Tehsil, Barnala district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chima?
The Gram Panchayat of Chima is Cheema.
What is the pincode of Chima?
The pincode of Chima is 148103.
What is the population of Chima?
Chima has a total population of 5,913, including 3,060 males and 2,853 females.
How many households are there in Chima?
There are 1,086 households in Chima.
What is the literacy rate in Chima?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chima is 59.82%. Male literacy is 63.76% and female literacy is 55.59%.