Cheema Kalan - Batala, Gurdaspur
Cheema Kalan is a village situated in the Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Batala and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Cheema Kalan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Cheema Kalan is 028587. The village covers a total geographical area of 76 hectares and falls under the 143511 pincode. Sri Hargobindpur is the nearest town.
Cheema Kalan 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 Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Cheema Kalan village had a total population of 194 people, including 102 males and 92 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 902 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.60%, with male literacy at 69.57% and female literacy at 67.50%.
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 | 194 | 102 | 92 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 10 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 118 | 64 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 76 | 38 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Cheema Kalan
Cheema Kalan 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 Kalan
Public transport in the Cheema Kalan is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Cheema Kalan is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Cheema Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Cheema Kalan 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 Kalan
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 Kalan 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 Kalan
Where is Cheema Kalan located?
Cheema Kalan village is located in Batala Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Cheema Kalan?
Cheema Kalan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Cheema Kalan?
The pincode of Cheema Kalan is 143511.
What is the population of Cheema Kalan?
Cheema Kalan had a total population of 194, including 102 males and 92 females.
How many households are there in Cheema Kalan?
Cheema Kalan had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Cheema Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Cheema Kalan was 68.60%. Male literacy was 69.57% and female literacy was 67.50%.