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
As per Census 2011, Cheema village has a total population of 3,371 people, consisting of 1,777 males and 1,594 females. The village has 597 households and a sex ratio of 897 females per 1,000 males. There are 339 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,211 literate and 1,160 illiterate residents. Additionally, 808 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Cheema are given below:
| 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 |
| 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 has a total population of 3,371, including 1,777 males and 1,594 females.
How many households are there in Cheema?
There are 597 households in Cheema.
What is the literacy rate in Cheema?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Cheema is 65.59%. Male literacy is 68.26% and female literacy is 62.61%.