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
As per Census 2011, Chah Gill village has a total population of 278 people, consisting of 139 males and 139 females. The village has 46 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 40 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 167 literate and 111 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chah Gill are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 278 | 139 | 139 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 20 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| 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 has a total population of 278, including 139 males and 139 females.
How many households are there in Chah Gill?
There are 46 households in Chah Gill.
What is the literacy rate in Chah Gill?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chah Gill is 60.07%. Male literacy is 65.47% and female literacy is 54.68%.