Cheema Kalan - Phillaur, Jalandhar
Cheema Kalan is a village situated in the Phillaur tehsil of Jalandhar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phillaur and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Jalandhar. Cheema Kalan Dhak serves as the Gram Panchayat for Cheema Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Cheema Kalan is 030188. The village covers a total geographical area of 137.28 hectares and falls under the 144416 pincode. Goraya is the nearest town.
Cheema 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 Phillaur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalandhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Cheema Kalan
As per Census 2011, Cheema Kalan village has a total population of 520 people, consisting of 256 males and 264 females. The village has 113 households and a sex ratio of 1,031 females per 1,000 males. There are 38 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 286 literate and 234 illiterate residents. Additionally, 258 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Cheema Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 520 | 256 | 264 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 19 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 258 | 131 | 127 |
| Literate Population | 286 | 150 | 136 |
| Illiterate Population | 234 | 106 | 128 |
Nearby Villages of Cheema Kalan
Cheema Kalan 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 Cheema Kalan
Public transport in the Cheema Kalan is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jalandhar to Cheema Kalan is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Cheema Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Cheema Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Cheema 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 Cheema Kalan 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 Cheema Kalan
Where is Cheema Kalan located?
Cheema Kalan village is located in Phillaur Tehsil, Jalandhar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Cheema Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Cheema Kalan is Cheema Kalan Dhak.
What is the pincode of Cheema Kalan?
The pincode of Cheema Kalan is 144416.
What is the population of Cheema Kalan?
Cheema Kalan has a total population of 520, including 256 males and 264 females.
How many households are there in Cheema Kalan?
There are 113 households in Cheema Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Cheema Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Cheema Kalan is 55.00%. Male literacy is 58.59% and female literacy is 51.52%.