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
As per Census 2011, Chak Kalan village has a total population of 2,064 people, consisting of 1,094 males and 970 females. The village has 428 households and a sex ratio of 886 females per 1,000 males. There are 206 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,466 literate and 598 illiterate residents. Additionally, 823 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chak Kalan are given below:
| 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 |
| 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 has a total population of 2,064, including 1,094 males and 970 females.
How many households are there in Chak Kalan?
There are 428 households in Chak Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Kalan is 71.03%. Male literacy is 75.05% and female literacy is 66.49%.