Chak Kalan - Rajpura, Patiala
Chak Kalan is a village situated in the Rajpura tehsil of Patiala district, Punjab. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajpura and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Patiala. Chak Kalan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Kalan is 036996. The village covers a total geographical area of 172 hectares and falls under the 140401 pincode. Rajpura 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 Ghanaur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patiala Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chak Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Chak Kalan village had a total population of 544 people, including 290 males and 254 females, living in 101 households. The sex ratio was 876 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.66%, with male literacy at 84.25% and female literacy at 74.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 174.
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 | 544 | 290 | 254 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 36 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 174 | 94 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 380 | 214 | 166 |
| Illiterate Population | 164 | 76 | 88 |
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, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Chak Kalan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Patiala to Chak Kalan is about 36 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 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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 >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 Rajpura Tehsil, Patiala 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 140401.
What is the population of Chak Kalan?
Chak Kalan had a total population of 544, including 290 males and 254 females.
How many households are there in Chak Kalan?
Chak Kalan had 101 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Kalan was 79.66%. Male literacy was 84.25% and female literacy was 74.44%.