Chhandra - Ludhiana (East), Ludhiana
Chhandra is a village situated in the Ludhiana (East) tehsil of Ludhiana district, Punjab. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ludhiana (east) and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Ludhiana. Chandran serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhandra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhandra is 033363. The village covers a total geographical area of 220 hectares and falls under the 141113 pincode. Sahnewal is the nearest town.
Chhandra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sahnewal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Fatehgarh Sahib Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chhandra
As per Census 2011, Chhandra village has a total population of 1,962 people, consisting of 1,009 males and 953 females. The village has 387 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 214 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,448 literate and 514 illiterate residents. Additionally, 782 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chhandra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,962 | 1,009 | 953 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 214 | 117 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 782 | 405 | 377 |
| Literate Population | 1,448 | 785 | 663 |
| Illiterate Population | 514 | 224 | 290 |
Nearby Villages of Chhandra
Chhandra 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 Chhandra
Chhandra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Chhandra.
| 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 Ludhiana to Chhandra 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 Chhandra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhandra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chhandra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhandra 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chhandra
Where is Chhandra located?
Chhandra village is located in Ludhiana (East) Tehsil, Ludhiana district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhandra?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhandra is Chandran.
What is the pincode of Chhandra?
The pincode of Chhandra is 141113.
What is the population of Chhandra?
Chhandra has a total population of 1,962, including 1,009 males and 953 females.
How many households are there in Chhandra?
There are 387 households in Chhandra.
What is the literacy rate in Chhandra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhandra is 73.80%. Male literacy is 77.80% and female literacy is 69.57%.