Chamaru - Rajpura, Patiala
Chamaru is a village situated in the Rajpura tehsil of Patiala district, Punjab. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajpura and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Patiala. Chamaru village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chamaru is 037059. The village covers a total geographical area of 425 hectares and falls under the 140402 pincode. Rajpura is the nearest town.
Chamaru 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 Chamaru
As per Census 2011, Chamaru village has a total population of 2,763 people, consisting of 1,487 males and 1,276 females. The village has 494 households and a sex ratio of 858 females per 1,000 males. There are 321 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,696 literate and 1,067 illiterate residents. Additionally, 464 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chamaru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,763 | 1,487 | 1,276 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 321 | 180 | 141 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 464 | 256 | 208 |
| Literate Population | 1,696 | 982 | 714 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,067 | 505 | 562 |
Nearby Villages of Chamaru
Chamaru 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 Chamaru
Public transport in the Chamaru is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Chamaru is about 32 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 Chamaru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chamaru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chamaru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chamaru 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Chamaru
Where is Chamaru located?
Chamaru village is located in Rajpura Tehsil, Patiala district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chamaru?
Chamaru is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chamaru?
The pincode of Chamaru is 140402.
What is the population of Chamaru?
Chamaru has a total population of 2,763, including 1,487 males and 1,276 females.
How many households are there in Chamaru?
There are 494 households in Chamaru.
What is the literacy rate in Chamaru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chamaru is 61.38%. Male literacy is 66.04% and female literacy is 55.96%.