Cheema Khurd - Phillaur, Jalandhar
Cheema Khurd is a village situated in the Phillaur tehsil of Jalandhar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phillaur and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Jalandhar. Cheema Khurd Dhak serves as the Gram Panchayat for Cheema Khurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Cheema Khurd is 030189. The village covers a total geographical area of 144 hectares and falls under the 144416 pincode. Goraya is the nearest town.
Cheema Khurd 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 Khurd
According to the 2011 Census, Cheema Khurd village had a total population of 974 people, including 505 males and 469 females, living in 207 households. The sex ratio was 929 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.91%, with male literacy at 82.33% and female literacy at 71.08%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 552.
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 | 974 | 505 | 469 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 58 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 552 | 298 | 254 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 663 | 368 | 295 |
| Illiterate Population | 311 | 137 | 174 |
Nearby Villages of Cheema Khurd
Cheema Khurd 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 Khurd
Cheema Khurd is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jalandhar to Cheema Khurd is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Cheema Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Cheema Khurd 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 Khurd
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 Khurd 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 Khurd
Where is Cheema Khurd located?
Cheema Khurd village is located in Phillaur Tehsil, Jalandhar district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Cheema Khurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Cheema Khurd is Cheema Khurd Dhak.
What is the pincode of Cheema Khurd?
The pincode of Cheema Khurd is 144416.
What is the population of Cheema Khurd?
Cheema Khurd had a total population of 974, including 505 males and 469 females.
How many households are there in Cheema Khurd?
Cheema Khurd had 207 households.
What is the literacy rate in Cheema Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Cheema Khurd was 76.91%. Male literacy was 82.33% and female literacy was 71.08%.