Chakral

Chakral is a village located in Pathankot tehsil of Gurdaspur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Pathankot (tehsildar office) and 36km away from district headquarter Gurdaspur. As per 2009 stats, Chakral village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Chakral unique in its vibrant Pathankot-Gurdaspur region. You’ll see Chakral’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Chakral

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chakral is 027552. The village spans a total geographical area of 77 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 145025. Sujanpur is nearest town to Chakral village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Chakral

According to the 2011 Census, Chakral has a total population of about 460, with approximately 245 males and 215 females. The sex ratio is around 877 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 58 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 203 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.17%, with male literacy at about 69.80% and female literacy near 64.19%. There are around 94 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chakral's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 460 245 215
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 58 32 26
Scheduled Castes (SC) 203 108 95
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 309 171 138
Illiterate Population 151 74 77

Connectivity of Chakral

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chakral. As per the 2011 stats, Chakral had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Chakral

Knowing the nearby villages of Chakral helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chakral.

Frequently Asked Questions about Chakral

Where is Chakral located?
Chakral village is situated in Pathankot Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chakral?
Chakral serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Chakral?
The pincode of Chakral is 145025, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chakral as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chakral is 460, with 245 males and 215 females.
How many households are there in Chakral as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chakral village has a total of 94 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chakral as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chakral is 67.17%. The male literacy rate is 69.80%, while the female literacy rate is 64.19%.