Chak Alam - Dasua, Hoshiarpur
Chak Alam is a village situated in the Dasua tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dasua and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Khokhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chak Alam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Alam is 030778. The village covers a total geographical area of 55 hectares and falls under the 144207 pincode. Dasua is the nearest town.
Chak Alam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Urmar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chak Alam
As per Census 2011, Chak Alam village has a total population of 104 people, consisting of 54 males and 50 females. The village has 24 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 9 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 89 literate and 15 illiterate residents. Additionally, 39 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chak Alam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 104 | 54 | 50 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 21 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 89 | 49 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 15 | 5 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Alam
Chak Alam is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Safdarpur | South-West | 1.31 km |
| Hamza | North-East | 1.32 km |
| Bhuchhan | South-West | 2.56 km |
| Jhingar Kalan | South-East | 2.65 km |
| Bhogia | West | 3.25 km |
| Kherabad | North-East | 3.32 km |
| Chanalta | South | 4.00 km |
| Mohla | South-West | 4.20 km |
| Kawan | South-West | 4.75 km |
| Basoya | South | 4.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chak Alam
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Chak Alam. The nearest railway station is Garna Sahib, while the nearest airport is Adampur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Chak Alam is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chak Alam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak Alam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chak Alam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chak Alam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chak Alam
Where is Chak Alam located?
Chak Alam village is located in Dasua Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chak Alam?
The Gram Panchayat of Chak Alam is Khokhar.
What is the pincode of Chak Alam?
The pincode of Chak Alam is 144207.
What is the population of Chak Alam?
Chak Alam has a total population of 104, including 54 males and 50 females.
How many households are there in Chak Alam?
There are 24 households in Chak Alam.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Alam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Alam is 85.58%. Male literacy is 90.74% and female literacy is 80.00%.