Chahal - Tanda, Hoshiarpur
Chahal is a village situated in the Tanda tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 21 km from Dasua and around 25 km from Hoshiarpur. Chahal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chahal is 030704. The village covers a total geographical area of 36 hectares and falls under the 144216 pincode. Urmar Tanda is the nearest town.
Chahal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Urmar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chahal
According to the 2011 Census, Chahal village had a total population of 135 people, including 70 males and 65 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 929 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.68%, with male literacy at 92.54% and female literacy at 86.44%.
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 | 135 | 70 | 65 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 113 | 62 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 22 | 8 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Chahal
Chahal 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 Chahal
Chahal is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Chahal.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Chahal is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chahal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chahal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chahal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chahal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chahal
Where is Chahal located?
Chahal village is located in Tanda Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chahal?
Chahal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chahal?
The pincode of Chahal is 144216.
What is the population of Chahal?
Chahal had a total population of 135, including 70 males and 65 females.
How many households are there in Chahal?
Chahal had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chahal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chahal was 89.68%. Male literacy was 92.54% and female literacy was 86.44%.