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
As per Census 2011, Chawa village has a total population of 630 people, consisting of 328 males and 302 females. The village has 142 households and a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males. There are 63 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 470 literate and 160 illiterate residents. Additionally, 177 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chawa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 630 | 328 | 302 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 40 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 177 | 95 | 82 |
| 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 has a total population of 630, including 328 males and 302 females.
How many households are there in Chawa?
There are 142 households in Chawa.
What is the literacy rate in Chawa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chawa is 74.60%. Male literacy is 76.22% and female literacy is 72.85%.