Chahalpur
Chahalpur is a village located in Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Garhshankar (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Chahalpur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chahalpur unique in its vibrant Garhshankar-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Chahalpur’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 Chahalpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chahalpur is 031971. The village spans a total geographical area of 310 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144527. Garhshankar is nearest town to Chahalpur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Chahalpur
Population of Chahalpur
According to the 2011 Census, Chahalpur has a total population of about 1,023, with approximately 507 males and 516 females. The sex ratio is around 1017 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 111 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 559 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 66.67%, with male literacy at about 70.61% and female literacy near 62.79%. There are around 202 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chahalpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,023 | 507 | 516 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 59 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 559 | 266 | 293 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 682 | 358 | 324 |
| Illiterate Population | 341 | 149 | 192 |
Connectivity of Chahalpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chahalpur. As per the 2011 stats, Chahalpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chahalpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Chahalpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chahalpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chahalpur
- Where is Chahalpur located?
- Chahalpur village is situated in Garhshankar Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chahalpur?
- Chahalpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chahalpur?
- The pincode of Chahalpur is 144527, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chahalpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chahalpur is 1,023, with 507 males and 516 females.
- How many households are there in Chahalpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chahalpur village has a total of 202 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chahalpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chahalpur is 66.67%. The male literacy rate is 70.61%, while the female literacy rate is 62.79%.