Kanakwala Chahlan - Budhlada, Mansa
Kanakwala Chahlan is a village situated in the Budhlada tehsil of Mansa district, Punjab. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Budhlada and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Mansa. Kanakwalchahlia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanakwala Chahlan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanakwala Chahlan is 036075. The village covers a total geographical area of 577 hectares and falls under the 151502 pincode. Budhlada is the nearest town.
Kanakwala Chahlan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Budhlada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bathinda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanakwala Chahlan
According to the 2011 Census, Kanakwala Chahlan village had a total population of 2,001 people, including 1,051 males and 950 females, living in 349 households. The sex ratio was 904 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.45%, with male literacy at 61.58% and female literacy at 52.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 552.
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 | 2,001 | 1,051 | 950 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 222 | 114 | 108 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 552 | 279 | 273 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,022 | 577 | 445 |
| Illiterate Population | 979 | 474 | 505 |
Nearby Villages of Kanakwala Chahlan
Kanakwala Chahlan 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 Kanakwala Chahlan
Kanakwala Chahlan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Mansa to Kanakwala Chahlan is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanakwala Chahlan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanakwala Chahlan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kanakwala Chahlan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanakwala Chahlan 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 Kanakwala Chahlan
Where is Kanakwala Chahlan located?
Kanakwala Chahlan village is located in Budhlada Tehsil, Mansa district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kanakwala Chahlan?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanakwala Chahlan is Kanakwalchahlia.
What is the pincode of Kanakwala Chahlan?
The pincode of Kanakwala Chahlan is 151502.
What is the population of Kanakwala Chahlan?
Kanakwala Chahlan had a total population of 2,001, including 1,051 males and 950 females.
How many households are there in Kanakwala Chahlan?
Kanakwala Chahlan had 349 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanakwala Chahlan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanakwala Chahlan was 57.45%. Male literacy was 61.58% and female literacy was 52.85%.