Chahang Hamel - Mukerian, Hoshiarpur
Chahang Hamel is a village situated in the Mukerian tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mukerian and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Chang Hamel serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chahang Hamel village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chahang Hamel is 031127. The village covers a total geographical area of 93 hectares and falls under the 144532 pincode. Mukerian is the nearest town.
Chahang Hamel village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mukerian Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chahang Hamel
According to the 2011 Census, Chahang Hamel village had a total population of 872 people, including 434 males and 438 females, living in 190 households. The sex ratio was 1,009 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.92%, with male literacy at 88.80% and female literacy at 79.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 93.
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 | 872 | 434 | 438 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 59 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 93 | 48 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 642 | 333 | 309 |
| Illiterate Population | 230 | 101 | 129 |
Nearby Villages of Chahang Hamel
Chahang Hamel is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Chahang Hamel
Chahang Hamel is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Chahang Hamel.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Chahang Hamel is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chahang Hamel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chahang Hamel village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chahang Hamel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chahang Hamel village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chahang Hamel
Where is Chahang Hamel located?
Chahang Hamel village is located in Mukerian Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chahang Hamel?
The Gram Panchayat of Chahang Hamel is Chang Hamel.
What is the pincode of Chahang Hamel?
The pincode of Chahang Hamel is 144532.
What is the population of Chahang Hamel?
Chahang Hamel had a total population of 872, including 434 males and 438 females.
How many households are there in Chahang Hamel?
Chahang Hamel had 190 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chahang Hamel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chahang Hamel was 83.92%. Male literacy was 88.80% and female literacy was 79.23%.