Chak Kalan - Ludhiana (West), Ludhiana
Chak Kalan is a village situated in the Ludhiana (West) tehsil of Ludhiana district, Punjab. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ludhiana (west) and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Ludhiana. Chak Kalan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Kalan is 033665. The village covers a total geographical area of 783 hectares and falls under the 141110 pincode. Mullanpur Dakha is the nearest town.
Chak 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 Dakha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ludhiana Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chak Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Chak Kalan village had a total population of 2,064 people, including 1,094 males and 970 females, living in 428 households. The sex ratio was 887 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.90%, with male literacy at 83.52% and female literacy at 73.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 823.
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 | 2,064 | 1,094 | 970 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 206 | 111 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 823 | 433 | 390 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,466 | 821 | 645 |
| Illiterate Population | 598 | 273 | 325 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Kalan
Chak 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 Chak Kalan
Chak Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Ludhiana to Chak Kalan 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 Chak Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chak 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 Chak Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chak Kalan
Where is Chak Kalan located?
Chak Kalan village is located in Ludhiana (West) Tehsil, Ludhiana district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chak Kalan?
Chak Kalan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chak Kalan?
The pincode of Chak Kalan is 141110.
What is the population of Chak Kalan?
Chak Kalan had a total population of 2,064, including 1,094 males and 970 females.
How many households are there in Chak Kalan?
Chak Kalan had 428 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Kalan was 78.90%. Male literacy was 83.52% and female literacy was 73.71%.