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.

Chakral has its own place in the vibrant Gurdaspur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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

Below is a concise population overview of Chakral as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chakral village:

  • The total population of Chakral village is around 460, including approximately 245 males and 215 females, with a sex ratio of 877 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 58 children aged 0–6 years in Chakral village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Chakral village has 203 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Chakral village is about 67.17%, with male literacy at 69.80% and female literacy at 64.19%.
  • There are around 94 households in Chakral village.

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.

Barath Lehri Bawian Jakhbar Sundar Chak Bani Lodhi Lahri Mahantan Chak Sundar Bhagwansar Chak Bhagwansar Chak Bhoia Bhoa

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%.