Chawa - Samrala, Ludhiana
Chawa is a village situated in the Samrala tehsil of Ludhiana district, Punjab. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Samrala and around 8 km from the district headquarters in Ludhiana. Chawa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chawa is 033154. The village covers a total geographical area of 111 hectares and falls under the 141412 pincode. Samrala is the nearest town.
Chawa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Samrala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Fatehgarh Sahib Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chawa
According to the 2011 Census, Chawa village had a total population of 630 people, including 328 males and 302 females, living in 142 households. The sex ratio was 921 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.89%, with male literacy at 86.81% and female literacy at 78.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 177.
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 | 630 | 328 | 302 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 40 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 177 | 95 | 82 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 470 | 250 | 220 |
| Illiterate Population | 160 | 78 | 82 |
Nearby Villages of Chawa
Chawa 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 Chawa
Chawa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Chawa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Chawa is about 8 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chawa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chawa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chawa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chawa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Chawa
Where is Chawa located?
Chawa village is located in Samrala Tehsil, Ludhiana district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chawa?
Chawa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chawa?
The pincode of Chawa is 141412.
What is the population of Chawa?
Chawa had a total population of 630, including 328 males and 302 females.
How many households are there in Chawa?
Chawa had 142 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chawa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chawa was 82.89%. Male literacy was 86.81% and female literacy was 78.85%.