Chhan

Chhan is a village located in Pathankot tehsil of Gurdaspur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Pathankot (tehsildar office) and 48km away from district headquarter Gurdaspur. As per 2009 stats, Chhan village is also a gram panchayat.

Chhan 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 Chhan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chhan is 027452. The village spans a total geographical area of 162 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 145023. Sujanpur is nearest town to Chhan village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Chhan

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,152 607 545
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 130 68 62
Scheduled Castes (SC) 953 503 450
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 795 456 339
Illiterate Population 357 151 206

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

  • The total population of Chhan village is around 1,152, including approximately 607 males and 545 females, with a sex ratio of 897 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 130 children aged 0–6 years in Chhan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Chhan village has 953 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Chhan village is about 69.01%, with male literacy at 75.12% and female literacy at 62.20%.
  • There are around 230 households in Chhan village.

Connectivity of Chhan

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

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

Nearby Villages of Chhan

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

Gandran Lahri Nihalpur Bhanwal Bheri Bazurg Mirzapur Attapur Hajipur Ferozepur Kalan Bhol Chak Khadawar Azizpur Kalan

Frequently Asked Questions about Chhan

Where is Chhan located?
Chhan village is situated in Pathankot Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhan?
Chhan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Chhan?
The pincode of Chhan is 145023, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chhan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chhan is 1,152, with 607 males and 545 females.
How many households are there in Chhan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chhan village has a total of 230 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chhan is 69.01%. The male literacy rate is 75.12%, while the female literacy rate is 62.20%.