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
As per Census 2011, Chak Kalyan village has a total population of 1,425 people, consisting of 730 males and 695 females. The village has 266 households and a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males. There are 158 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 945 literate and 480 illiterate residents. Additionally, 689 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chak Kalyan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,425 | 730 | 695 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 158 | 72 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 689 | 354 | 335 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,425, including 730 males and 695 females.
How many households are there in Chak Kalyan?
There are 266 households in Chak Kalyan.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Kalyan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Kalyan is 66.32%. Male literacy is 73.56% and female literacy is 58.71%.