Chak Ban Wala - Fazilka
Chak Ban Wala is a village situated in the Fazilka tehsil of Fazilka district, Punjab. It is located approximately 12 km from Fazilka and around 90 km from Firozpur. Chak Banwala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chak Ban Wala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Ban Wala is 035062. The village covers a total geographical area of 602 hectares and falls under the 152123 pincode. Fazilka is the nearest town.
Chak Ban Wala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chak Ban Wala
According to the 2011 Census, Chak Ban Wala village had a total population of 871 people, including 470 males and 401 females, living in 187 households. The sex ratio was 853 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.79%, with male literacy at 85.23% and female literacy at 71.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 94.
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 | 871 | 470 | 401 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 57 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 94 | 54 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 624 | 352 | 272 |
| Illiterate Population | 247 | 118 | 129 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Ban Wala
Chak Ban Wala 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 Chak Ban Wala
Chak Ban Wala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. Chak Ban Wala has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Firozpur to Chak Ban Wala is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chak Ban Wala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak Ban Wala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chak Ban Wala
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 Ban Wala 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 Chak Ban Wala
Where is Chak Ban Wala located?
Chak Ban Wala village is located in Fazilka Tehsil, Fazilka district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chak Ban Wala?
The Gram Panchayat of Chak Ban Wala is Chak Banwala.
What is the pincode of Chak Ban Wala?
The pincode of Chak Ban Wala is 152123.
What is the population of Chak Ban Wala?
Chak Ban Wala had a total population of 871, including 470 males and 401 females.
How many households are there in Chak Ban Wala?
Chak Ban Wala had 187 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Ban Wala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Ban Wala was 78.79%. Male literacy was 85.23% and female literacy was 71.77%.