Chak Kalyan - Kotkapura, Faridkot
Chak Kalyan is a village situated in the Kotkapura tehsil of Faridkot district, Punjab. It is located approximately 15 km from Faridkot and around 15 km from Faridkot. Chak Kalyan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Kalyan is 035477. The village covers a total geographical area of 408 hectares and falls under the 151209 pincode. Kot Kapura is the nearest town.
Chak Kalyan 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 Chak Kalyan
According to the 2011 Census, Chak Kalyan village had a total population of 1,425 people, including 730 males and 695 females, living in 266 households. The sex ratio was 952 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.59%, with male literacy at 81.61% and female literacy at 67.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 689.
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 | 1,425 | 730 | 695 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 158 | 72 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 689 | 354 | 335 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 945 | 537 | 408 |
| Illiterate Population | 480 | 193 | 287 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Kalyan
Chak Kalyan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chak Motlewala | South-West | 1.61 km |
| Phidda Khurd | North-East | 1.80 km |
| Phidda Kalan | North-West | 2.04 km |
| Chak Dhiman Wali | North | 2.90 km |
| Motlewala | West | 3.13 km |
| Wander Jatana | East | 3.17 km |
| Madahar Kalan | South-West | 3.58 km |
| Chak Shama | North-West | 3.67 km |
| Dhiman Wali | North-East | 3.83 km |
| Daggo Romana | North-West | 3.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chak Kalyan
Public transport in the Chak Kalyan is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Wanderjatana, while the nearest airport is Ludhiana Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 106.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Faridkot to Chak Kalyan is about 15 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chak Kalyan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak Kalyan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chak Kalyan
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 Kalyan 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 Kalyan
Where is Chak Kalyan located?
Chak Kalyan village is located in Kotkapura Tehsil, Faridkot district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chak Kalyan?
Chak Kalyan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chak Kalyan?
The pincode of Chak Kalyan is 151209.
What is the population of Chak Kalyan?
Chak Kalyan had a total population of 1,425, including 730 males and 695 females.
How many households are there in Chak Kalyan?
Chak Kalyan had 266 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Kalyan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Kalyan was 74.59%. Male literacy was 81.61% and female literacy was 67.00%.