Chak Mallan - Garhshankar, Hoshiarpur
Chak Mallan is a village situated in the Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garhshankar and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Chak Mallan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Mallan is 031857. The village covers a total geographical area of 79 hectares and falls under the 146111 pincode. Mahilpur is the nearest town.
Chak Mallan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chabbewal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chak Mallan
According to the 2011 Census, Chak Mallan village had a total population of 750 people, including 388 males and 362 females, living in 154 households. The sex ratio was 933 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.02%, with male literacy at 92.15% and female literacy at 85.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 580.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 750 | 388 | 362 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 44 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 580 | 302 | 278 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 600 | 317 | 283 |
| Illiterate Population | 150 | 71 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Mallan
Chak Mallan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kalewal Bhagtan | South-West | 1.05 km |
| Bhulewal Rathan | North-West | 1.21 km |
| Chanthu Brahmanan | West | 1.28 km |
| Jandoli | North-East | 1.42 km |
| Binewal | West | 2.08 km |
| Singhpur | North-West | 2.10 km |
| Jaitpur | South-West | 2.38 km |
| Parsowal | North-West | 2.47 km |
| Dhakon | South | 2.51 km |
| Gogron | South-East | 2.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chak Mallan
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Chak Mallan. The nearest railway station is Mahngarwal Doaba, while the nearest airport is Adampur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 23.0 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Chak Mallan is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chak Mallan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak Mallan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chak Mallan
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 Mallan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chak Mallan
Where is Chak Mallan located?
Chak Mallan village is located in Garhshankar Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chak Mallan?
Chak Mallan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chak Mallan?
The pincode of Chak Mallan is 146111.
What is the population of Chak Mallan?
Chak Mallan had a total population of 750, including 388 males and 362 females.
How many households are there in Chak Mallan?
Chak Mallan had 154 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Mallan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Mallan was 89.02%. Male literacy was 92.15% and female literacy was 85.76%.