Bir Chahal - Faridkot
Bir Chahal is a village situated in the Faridkot tehsil of Faridkot district, Punjab. It is located approximately 5.5 km from Faridkot, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Chahal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bir Chahal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bir Chahal is 035577. The village covers a total geographical area of 239 hectares and falls under the 151209 pincode. Faridkot is the nearest town.
Bir Chahal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Katkapura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Faridkot Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bir Chahal
As per Census 2011, Bir Chahal village has a total population of 384 people, consisting of 203 males and 181 females. The village has 87 households and a sex ratio of 891 females per 1,000 males. There are 62 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 217 literate and 167 illiterate residents. Additionally, 263 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bir Chahal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 384 | 203 | 181 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 36 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 263 | 146 | 117 |
| Literate Population | 217 | 114 | 103 |
| Illiterate Population | 167 | 89 | 78 |
Nearby Villages of Bir Chahal
Bir Chahal is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Sikhan Wala | South-East | 1.84 km |
| Nathe Wala | East | 2.95 km |
| Bir Sikhan Wala | South-East | 3.66 km |
| Nangal | East | 3.83 km |
| Sandhwan | South-West | 4.24 km |
| Naraingarh | South-West | 4.76 km |
| Tehna | North-West | 4.78 km |
| Dhudi | North-East | 5.01 km |
| Sirsari | East | 5.27 km |
| Deviwala | South-East | 5.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bir Chahal
The nearest railway station is Giani Zail Singh Sandhwan, while the nearest airport is Ludhiana Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 95.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Faridkot to Bir Chahal is about 5.5 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Bir Chahal
Where is Bir Chahal located?
Bir Chahal village is located in Faridkot Tehsil, Faridkot district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bir Chahal?
The Gram Panchayat of Bir Chahal is Chahal.
What is the pincode of Bir Chahal?
The pincode of Bir Chahal is 151209.
What is the population of Bir Chahal?
Bir Chahal has a total population of 384, including 203 males and 181 females.
How many households are there in Bir Chahal?
There are 87 households in Bir Chahal.
What is the literacy rate in Bir Chahal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bir Chahal is 56.51%. Male literacy is 56.16% and female literacy is 56.91%.