Cheema - Batala, Gurdaspur
Cheema is a village situated in the Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Batala and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Cheema village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Cheema is 028685. The village covers a total geographical area of 170 hectares and falls under the 143511 pincode. Qadian is the nearest town.
Cheema 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 Cheema
According to the 2011 Census, Cheema village had a total population of 936 people, including 491 males and 445 females, living in 190 households. The sex ratio was 906 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.15%, with male literacy at 72.21% and female literacy at 67.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 252.
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 | 936 | 491 | 445 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 70 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 252 | 132 | 120 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 571 | 304 | 267 |
| Illiterate Population | 365 | 187 | 178 |
Nearby Villages of Cheema
Cheema is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Cheema
Cheema is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Cheema.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gurdaspur to Cheema is about 30 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 Cheema
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Cheema 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 Cheema
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Cheema 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 Cheema
Where is Cheema located?
Cheema village is located in Batala Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Cheema?
Cheema is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Cheema?
The pincode of Cheema is 143511.
What is the population of Cheema?
Cheema had a total population of 936, including 491 males and 445 females.
How many households are there in Cheema?
Cheema had 190 households.
What is the literacy rate in Cheema?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Cheema was 70.15%. Male literacy was 72.21% and female literacy was 67.94%.