Chela

Chela is a village located in Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Garhshankar (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Chela village is also a gram panchayat.

Chela has its own place in the vibrant Hoshiarpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Chela

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chela is 031788. The village spans a total geographical area of 150 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144519. Mahilpur is nearest town to Chela village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Chela

Below is a concise population overview of Chela as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 741 355 386
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 75 34 41
Scheduled Castes (SC) 246 126 120
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 578 291 287
Illiterate Population 163 64 99

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chela village:

  • The total population of Chela village is around 741, including approximately 355 males and 386 females, with a sex ratio of 1087 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 75 children aged 0–6 years in Chela village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Chela village has 246 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Chela village is about 78.00%, with male literacy at 81.97% and female literacy at 74.35%.
  • There are around 161 households in Chela village.

Connectivity of Chela

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chela. As per the 2011 stats, Chela 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 Chela

Knowing the nearby villages of Chela helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chela.

Chahar Nadalon Panjaur Pandori Ganga Singh Data Makhsuspur Ispur Alawalpur Bhana Laksihan Nakdipur

Frequently Asked Questions about Chela

Where is Chela located?
Chela village is situated in Garhshankar Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chela?
Chela serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Chela?
The pincode of Chela is 144519, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chela as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chela is 741, with 355 males and 386 females.
How many households are there in Chela as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chela village has a total of 161 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chela as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chela is 78.00%. The male literacy rate is 81.97%, while the female literacy rate is 74.35%.