Chhangian - Zira, Ferozepur
Chhangian is a village situated in the Zira tehsil of Ferozepur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 17 km from Zira and around 56 km from Firozpur. Changian serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhangian village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhangian is 034279. The village covers a total geographical area of 65.24 hectares and falls under the 142044 pincode. Makhu is the nearest town.
Chhangian village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Firozpur Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Firozpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chhangian
According to the 2011 Census, Chhangian village had a total population of 114 people, including 62 males and 52 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 839 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.87%, with male literacy at 77.19% and female literacy at 59.18%.
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 | 114 | 62 | 52 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 73 | 44 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 41 | 18 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Chhangian
Chhangian 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 Chhangian
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Chhangian.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Firozpur to Chhangian is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhangian
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhangian village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chhangian
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhangian 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 Chhangian
Where is Chhangian located?
Chhangian village is located in Zira Tehsil, Ferozepur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhangian?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhangian is Changian.
What is the pincode of Chhangian?
The pincode of Chhangian is 142044.
What is the population of Chhangian?
Chhangian had a total population of 114, including 62 males and 52 females.
How many households are there in Chhangian?
Chhangian had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhangian?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhangian was 68.87%. Male literacy was 77.19% and female literacy was 59.18%.