Chak Shikargah
Chak Shikargah is a village located in Jalalabad tehsil of Firozpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Jalalabad (tehsildar office) and 43km away from district headquarter Firozpur. As per 2009 stats, Chak Madi Ke is the gram panchayat of Chak Shikargah village.
Here you can discover what makes Chak Shikargah unique in its vibrant Jalalabad-Firozpur region. You’ll see Chak Shikargah’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Chak Shikargah
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chak Shikargah is 034798. The village spans a total geographical area of 175 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 152022. Guru Har Sahai is nearest town to Chak Shikargah village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Chak Shikargah village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Firozpur Rural Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Firozpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chak Shikargah
Population of Chak Shikargah
According to the 2011 Census, Chak Shikargah has a total population of about 318, with approximately 173 males and 145 females. The sex ratio is around 838 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 47 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 112 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 50.63%, with male literacy at about 58.96% and female literacy near 40.69%. There are around 56 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chak Shikargah's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 318 | 173 | 145 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 27 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 112 | 65 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 161 | 102 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 157 | 71 | 86 |
Connectivity of Chak Shikargah
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chak Shikargah. As per the 2011 stats, Chak Shikargah had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chak Shikargah
Knowing the nearby villages of Chak Shikargah helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chak Shikargah.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chak Shikargah
- Where is Chak Shikargah located?
- Chak Shikargah village is situated in Jalalabad Tehsil, within the Firozpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chak Shikargah?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chak Shikargah is Chak Madi Ke (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chak Shikargah?
- The pincode of Chak Shikargah is 152022, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chak Shikargah as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chak Shikargah is 318, with 173 males and 145 females.
- How many households are there in Chak Shikargah as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chak Shikargah village has a total of 56 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chak Shikargah as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chak Shikargah is 50.63%. The male literacy rate is 58.96%, while the female literacy rate is 40.69%.