Cheema - Batala, Gurdaspur
Cheema is a village situated in the Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Batala and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Cheema village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Cheema is 028537. The village covers a total geographical area of 640 hectares and falls under the 143511 pincode. Sri Hargobindpur 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 Batala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gurdaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Cheema
According to the 2011 Census, Cheema village had a total population of 3,371 people, including 1,777 males and 1,594 females, living in 597 households. The sex ratio was 897 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.92%, with male literacy at 76.97% and female literacy at 68.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 808.
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 | 3,371 | 1,777 | 1,594 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 339 | 201 | 138 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 808 | 428 | 380 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,211 | 1,213 | 998 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,160 | 564 | 596 |
Nearby Villages of Cheema
Cheema 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kaire | North | 2.84 km |
| Pakhoke | West | 2.94 km |
| Nai Wala | North-East | 2.96 km |
| Patti Shekwan | South-East | 3.66 km |
| Jodhpur | South | 3.87 km |
| Patti Sohlan | South-East | 4.45 km |
| Bhotna | North | 6.23 km |
| Thikri Wala | North-East | 6.54 km |
| Khudi Kalan | South | 7.18 km |
| Chungh | North-West | 7.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Cheema
The nearest railway station is Hadiaya, while the nearest airport is Ludhiana Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gurdaspur to Cheema is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
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 3,371, including 1,777 males and 1,594 females.
How many households are there in Cheema?
Cheema had 597 households.
What is the literacy rate in Cheema?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Cheema was 72.92%. Male literacy was 76.97% and female literacy was 68.54%.