Chawinda - Shahkot, Jalandhar
Chawinda is a village situated in the Shahkot tehsil of Jalandhar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahkot and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Jalandhar. Billi Chao serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chawinda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chawinda is 029850. The village covers a total geographical area of 158 hectares and falls under the 144625 pincode. Shahkot is the nearest town.
Chawinda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahkot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalandhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chawinda
As per Census 2011, Chawinda village has a total population of 145 people, consisting of 73 males and 72 females. The village has 32 households and a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males. There are 17 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 86 literate and 59 illiterate residents. Additionally, 79 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chawinda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 145 | 73 | 72 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 79 | 39 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 86 | 47 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 59 | 26 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Chawinda
Chawinda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Billi Braich | South | 1.02 km |
| Billi Chao | North | 1.17 km |
| Jafrapur | West | 1.60 km |
| Malupur | South-West | 2.32 km |
| Pandher | North-East | 2.47 km |
| Kotla Heran | North | 2.55 km |
| Dhadda Daulatkpur | South | 2.64 km |
| Ida | North-East | 2.70 km |
| Dhadda Dilkhah Pur | South | 2.99 km |
| Dhadda Hari Pur | South | 3.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chawinda
Chawinda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Malsian Shahkot, while the nearest airport is Adampur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Jalandhar to Chawinda is about 31 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 Chawinda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chawinda 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 Chawinda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chawinda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chawinda
Where is Chawinda located?
Chawinda village is located in Shahkot Tehsil, Jalandhar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chawinda?
The Gram Panchayat of Chawinda is Billi Chao.
What is the pincode of Chawinda?
The pincode of Chawinda is 144625.
What is the population of Chawinda?
Chawinda has a total population of 145, including 73 males and 72 females.
How many households are there in Chawinda?
There are 32 households in Chawinda.
What is the literacy rate in Chawinda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chawinda is 59.31%. Male literacy is 64.38% and female literacy is 54.17%.