Chamb

Chamb is a village located in Zira tehsil of Firozpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Zira (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Firozpur. As per 2009 stats, Chamb village is also a gram panchayat.

Chamb has its own place in the vibrant Firozpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Chamb

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chamb is 034332. The village spans a total geographical area of 291.92 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 142044. Makhu is nearest town to Chamb village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Chamb

Below is a concise population overview of Chamb as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 972 539 433
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 134 82 52
Scheduled Castes (SC) 419 235 184
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 520 294 226
Illiterate Population 452 245 207

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chamb village:

  • The total population of Chamb village is around 972, including approximately 539 males and 433 females, with a sex ratio of 803 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 134 children aged 0–6 years in Chamb village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Chamb village has 419 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Chamb village is about 53.50%, with male literacy at 54.55% and female literacy at 52.19%.
  • There are around 168 households in Chamb village.

Connectivity of Chamb

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chamb. As per the 2011 stats, Chamb had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Chamb

Knowing the nearby villages of Chamb helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chamb.

Khadur Jaggewala Alias Musewala Phemiwala Tibbi Araian Lehra Bet Shianpari Behk Pasarian Behk Walayat Shah Killi Bodla Behk Fattu Lohke Kalan

Frequently Asked Questions about Chamb

Where is Chamb located?
Chamb village is situated in Zira Tehsil, within the Firozpur district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chamb?
Chamb serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Chamb?
The pincode of Chamb is 142044, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chamb as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chamb is 972, with 539 males and 433 females.
How many households are there in Chamb as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chamb village has a total of 168 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chamb as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chamb is 53.50%. The male literacy rate is 54.55%, while the female literacy rate is 52.19%.