Chak Sidhwan - Batala, Gurdaspur
Chak Sidhwan is a village situated in the Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Batala and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Sidhwan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chak Sidhwan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Sidhwan is 028584. The village covers a total geographical area of 29 hectares and falls under the 143506 pincode. Sri Hargobindpur is the nearest town.
Chak Sidhwan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri hargobindpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chak Sidhwan
According to the 2011 Census, Chak Sidhwan village had a total population of 63 people, including 35 males and 28 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 800 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.88%, with male literacy at 75.76% and female literacy at 69.23%.
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 | 63 | 35 | 28 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 43 | 25 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 20 | 10 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Sidhwan
Chak Sidhwan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kotli Lehal | South-West | 1.73 km |
| Kapoora | South-East | 2.08 km |
| Bhol | South-East | 2.63 km |
| Dakoha | North | 2.64 km |
| Darewali | West | 2.73 km |
| Khasi | South-West | 2.74 km |
| Balarwal | East | 2.89 km |
| Khokhowal | South | 3.22 km |
| Kaure | North | 3.90 km |
| Kartar Pur | West | 3.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chak Sidhwan
Chak Sidhwan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Beas, while the nearest airport is Adampur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.2 km.
| 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 Gurdaspur to Chak Sidhwan is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chak Sidhwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak Sidhwan 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 Chak Sidhwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chak Sidhwan 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 Chak Sidhwan
Where is Chak Sidhwan located?
Chak Sidhwan village is located in Batala Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chak Sidhwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Chak Sidhwan is Sidhwan.
What is the pincode of Chak Sidhwan?
The pincode of Chak Sidhwan is 143506.
What is the population of Chak Sidhwan?
Chak Sidhwan had a total population of 63, including 35 males and 28 females.
How many households are there in Chak Sidhwan?
Chak Sidhwan had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Sidhwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Sidhwan was 72.88%. Male literacy was 75.76% and female literacy was 69.23%.