Chhawla
Chhawla 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 28km away from district headquarter Gurdaspur. As per 2009 stats, Chhawla village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chhawla unique in its vibrant Pathankot-Gurdaspur region. You’ll see Chhawla’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 Chhawla
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chhawla is 027530. The village spans a total geographical area of 115 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 145025. Dina Nagar is nearest town to Chhawla village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Chhawla
Population of Chhawla
According to the 2011 Census, Chhawla has a total population of about 486, with approximately 230 males and 256 females. The sex ratio is around 1113 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 55 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 108 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 72.02%, with male literacy at about 76.09% and female literacy near 68.36%. There are around 97 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chhawla's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 486 | 230 | 256 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 23 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 108 | 44 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 350 | 175 | 175 |
| Illiterate Population | 136 | 55 | 81 |
Connectivity of Chhawla
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chhawla. As per the 2011 stats, Chhawla 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 Chhawla
Knowing the nearby villages of Chhawla helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chhawla.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chhawla
- Where is Chhawla located?
- Chhawla village is situated in Pathankot Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chhawla?
- Chhawla serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chhawla?
- The pincode of Chhawla is 145025, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chhawla as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chhawla is 486, with 230 males and 256 females.
- How many households are there in Chhawla as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chhawla village has a total of 97 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chhawla as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chhawla is 72.02%. The male literacy rate is 76.09%, while the female literacy rate is 68.36%.