Chhailowal - Batala, Gurdaspur
Chhailowal is a village situated in the Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Batala and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Chhelowal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhailowal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhailowal is 028567. The village covers a total geographical area of 217 hectares and falls under the 143511 pincode. Sri Hargobindpur is the nearest town.
Chhailowal 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 Chhailowal
According to the 2011 Census, Chhailowal village had a total population of 968 people, including 506 males and 462 females, living in 190 households. The sex ratio was 913 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.63%, with male literacy at 74.22% and female literacy at 62.95%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 467.
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 | 968 | 506 | 462 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 136 | 87 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 467 | 248 | 219 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 571 | 311 | 260 |
| Illiterate Population | 397 | 195 | 202 |
Nearby Villages of Chhailowal
Chhailowal 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 Chhailowal
Chhailowal is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gurdaspur to Chhailowal is about 48 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 Chhailowal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhailowal 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 Chhailowal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhailowal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chhailowal
Where is Chhailowal located?
Chhailowal village is located in Batala Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhailowal?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhailowal is Chhelowal.
What is the pincode of Chhailowal?
The pincode of Chhailowal is 143511.
What is the population of Chhailowal?
Chhailowal had a total population of 968, including 506 males and 462 females.
How many households are there in Chhailowal?
Chhailowal had 190 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhailowal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhailowal was 68.63%. Male literacy was 74.22% and female literacy was 62.95%.