Chupki - Patran, Patiala
Chupki is a village situated in the Patran tehsil of Patiala district, Punjab. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patran and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Patiala. Chupki (a) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chupki village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chupki is 036298. The village covers a total geographical area of 311 hectares and falls under the 147102 pincode. Ghagga is the nearest town.
Chupki village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shutrana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patiala Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chupki
According to the 2011 Census, Chupki village had a total population of 1,324 people, including 726 males and 598 females, living in 275 households. The sex ratio was 824 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.39%, with male literacy at 71.38% and female literacy at 47.40%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 426.
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 | 1,324 | 726 | 598 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 150 | 90 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 426 | 232 | 194 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 709 | 454 | 255 |
| Illiterate Population | 615 | 272 | 343 |
Nearby Villages of Chupki
Chupki 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 Chupki
Public transport in the Chupki is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Patiala to Chupki is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chupki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chupki village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chupki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chupki 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chupki
Where is Chupki located?
Chupki village is located in Patran Tehsil, Patiala district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chupki?
The Gram Panchayat of Chupki is Chupki (a).
What is the pincode of Chupki?
The pincode of Chupki is 147102.
What is the population of Chupki?
Chupki had a total population of 1,324, including 726 males and 598 females.
How many households are there in Chupki?
Chupki had 275 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chupki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chupki was 60.39%. Male literacy was 71.38% and female literacy was 47.40%.