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.
Here you can discover what makes Chela unique in its vibrant Garhshankar-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Chela’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 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.
Google Map of Chela
Population of Chela
According to the 2011 Census, Chela has a total population of about 741, with approximately 355 males and 386 females. The sex ratio is around 1087 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 75 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 246 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 78.00%, with male literacy at about 81.97% and female literacy near 74.35%. There are around 161 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chela's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.