Chak Gheruwala - Jalalabad, Fazilka
Chak Gheruwala is a village situated in the Jalalabad tehsil of Fazilka district, Punjab. It is located approximately 23 km from Jalalabad and around 78 km from Firozpur. Chak Rohiwala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chak Gheruwala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Gheruwala is 034958. The village covers a total geographical area of 297 hectares and falls under the 152033 pincode. Jalalabad is the nearest town.
Chak Gheruwala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jalalabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Firozpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chak Gheruwala
According to the 2011 Census, Chak Gheruwala village had a total population of 179 people, including 92 males and 87 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.27%, with male literacy at 78.05% and female literacy at 54.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 35.
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 | 179 | 92 | 87 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 10 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 20 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 110 | 64 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 69 | 28 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Gheruwala
Chak Gheruwala 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 Gheruwala
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Firozpur to Chak Gheruwala is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Chak Gheruwala
Where is Chak Gheruwala located?
Chak Gheruwala village is located in Jalalabad Tehsil, Fazilka district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chak Gheruwala?
The Gram Panchayat of Chak Gheruwala is Chak Rohiwala.
What is the pincode of Chak Gheruwala?
The pincode of Chak Gheruwala is 152033.
What is the population of Chak Gheruwala?
Chak Gheruwala had a total population of 179, including 92 males and 87 females.
How many households are there in Chak Gheruwala?
Chak Gheruwala had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Gheruwala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Gheruwala was 66.27%. Male literacy was 78.05% and female literacy was 54.76%.