Chair - Phagwara, Kapurthala
Chair is a village situated in the Phagwara tehsil of Kapurthala district, Punjab. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phagwara and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Kapurthala . Chair village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chair is 029593. The village covers a total geographical area of 130.71 hectares and falls under the 144401 pincode. Phagwara is the nearest town.
Chair village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phagwara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chair
As per Census 2011, Chair village has a total population of 753 people, consisting of 395 males and 358 females. The village has 143 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 62 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 560 literate and 193 illiterate residents. Additionally, 343 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chair are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 753 | 395 | 358 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 29 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 343 | 175 | 168 |
| Literate Population | 560 | 312 | 248 |
| Illiterate Population | 193 | 83 | 110 |
Nearby Villages of Chair
Chair 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 Chair
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Chair. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Chair.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Kapurthala to Chair is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chair
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chair 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 Chair
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chair 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Chair
Where is Chair located?
Chair village is located in Phagwara Tehsil, Kapurthala district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chair?
Chair is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chair?
The pincode of Chair is 144401.
What is the population of Chair?
Chair has a total population of 753, including 395 males and 358 females.
How many households are there in Chair?
There are 143 households in Chair.
What is the literacy rate in Chair?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chair is 74.37%. Male literacy is 78.99% and female literacy is 69.27%.