Chah Gill - Batala, Gurdaspur
Chah Gill is a village situated in the Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Batala and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Chah Gill village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chah Gill is 028690. The village covers a total geographical area of 41 hectares and falls under the 143602 pincode. Qadian is the nearest town.
Chah Gill village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Batala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gurdaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chah Gill
According to the 2011 Census, Chah Gill village had a total population of 278 people, including 139 males and 139 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.17%, with male literacy at 76.47% and female literacy at 63.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11.
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 | 278 | 139 | 139 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 20 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 167 | 91 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 111 | 48 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Chah Gill
Chah Gill is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Nangal Buttar | South-East | 0.79 km |
| Granthgarh | South | 1.14 km |
| Bhagian | East | 1.34 km |
| Wadala Granthian | West | 1.92 km |
| Loh Chap | East | 2.16 km |
| Thindh | South-East | 2.51 km |
| Behluwal | West | 2.68 km |
| Peroshah | North | 2.83 km |
| Sherpur | North-West | 2.92 km |
| Dunia Sandhu | South | 3.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chah Gill
Chah Gill is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Batala Sugar Mills, while the nearest airport is Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gurdaspur to Chah Gill is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chah Gill
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chah Gill village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chah Gill
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chah Gill village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chah Gill
Where is Chah Gill located?
Chah Gill village is located in Batala Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chah Gill?
Chah Gill is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chah Gill?
The pincode of Chah Gill is 143602.
What is the population of Chah Gill?
Chah Gill had a total population of 278, including 139 males and 139 females.
How many households are there in Chah Gill?
Chah Gill had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chah Gill?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chah Gill was 70.17%. Male literacy was 76.47% and female literacy was 63.87%.