Chambal Kalan - Garhshankar, Hoshiarpur
Chambal Kalan is a village situated in the Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garhshankar and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Chambel Kalan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chambal Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chambal Kalan is 031889. The village covers a total geographical area of 97 hectares and falls under the 144527 pincode. Garhshankar is the nearest town.
Chambal Kalan 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 Chambal Kalan
As per Census 2011, Chambal Kalan village has a total population of 509 people, consisting of 252 males and 257 females. The village has 109 households and a sex ratio of 1,019 females per 1,000 males. There are 52 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 380 literate and 129 illiterate residents. Additionally, 190 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chambal Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 509 | 252 | 257 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 27 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 190 | 99 | 91 |
| Literate Population | 380 | 202 | 178 |
| Illiterate Population | 129 | 50 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Chambal Kalan
Chambal Kalan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chak Kataru | South-East | 1.11 km |
| Mularwal | North-West | 1.25 km |
| Barian Kalan | North-East | 1.44 km |
| Mautian | North | 1.46 km |
| Manolian | West | 1.55 km |
| Rakhial | South-West | 1.77 km |
| Daduwal | South | 1.87 km |
| Baghaura | East | 2.27 km |
| Gondpur | South | 2.32 km |
| Barian Khurd | North-East | 2.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chambal Kalan
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Chambal Kalan. The nearest railway station is Mahngarwal Doaba, while the nearest airport is Adampur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 20.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Chambal Kalan is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chambal Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chambal Kalan 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 Chambal Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chambal Kalan 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 Chambal Kalan
Where is Chambal Kalan located?
Chambal Kalan village is located in Garhshankar Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chambal Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Chambal Kalan is Chambel Kalan.
What is the pincode of Chambal Kalan?
The pincode of Chambal Kalan is 144527.
What is the population of Chambal Kalan?
Chambal Kalan has a total population of 509, including 252 males and 257 females.
How many households are there in Chambal Kalan?
There are 109 households in Chambal Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Chambal Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chambal Kalan is 74.66%. Male literacy is 80.16% and female literacy is 69.26%.