Chak Kalan - Mukerian, Hoshiarpur
Chak Kalan is a village situated in the Mukerian tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mukerian and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Chak Kalan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Kalan is 031221. The village covers a total geographical area of 184 hectares and falls under the 144532 pincode. Mukerian is the nearest town.
Chak 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 Mukerian Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chak Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Chak Kalan village had a total population of 691 people, including 342 males and 349 females, living in 145 households. The sex ratio was 1,020 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.39%, with male literacy at 88.93% and female literacy at 81.88%.
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 | 691 | 342 | 349 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 35 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 526 | 273 | 253 |
| Illiterate Population | 165 | 69 | 96 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Kalan
Chak 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Harse Mansar | South-East | 1.38 km |
| Chak Sheru | East | 1.80 km |
| Motla | West | 1.84 km |
| Salho Wal | South-West | 2.44 km |
| Pandori Baghel Singh | South-West | 2.84 km |
| Kotli Khas | South-East | 2.92 km |
| Haler Janardhan | West | 3.09 km |
| Fakkarpur | North-West | 3.46 km |
| Gurdaspur | South | 3.57 km |
| Sidhpur | North-West | 3.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chak Kalan
Chak Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chak Kalan, while the nearest airport is Pathankot Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 16.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Kalan is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chak Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak 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 Chak 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 Chak Kalan 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chak Kalan
Where is Chak Kalan located?
Chak Kalan village is located in Mukerian Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chak Kalan?
Chak Kalan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chak Kalan?
The pincode of Chak Kalan is 144532.
What is the population of Chak Kalan?
Chak Kalan had a total population of 691, including 342 males and 349 females.
How many households are there in Chak Kalan?
Chak Kalan had 145 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Kalan was 85.39%. Male literacy was 88.93% and female literacy was 81.88%.