Chhaja - Anandpur Sahib, Rupnagar
Chhaja is a village situated in the Anandpur Sahib tehsil of Rupnagar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Anandpur Sahib and around 21 km from the district headquarters in Rupnagar. Chajja serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhaja village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhaja is 038503. The village covers a total geographical area of 130 hectares and falls under the 140119 pincode. Rupnagar is the nearest town.
Chhaja village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rupnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anandpur Sahib Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chhaja
As per Census 2011, Chhaja village has a total population of 533 people, consisting of 253 males and 280 females. The village has 92 households and a sex ratio of 1,106 females per 1,000 males. There are 50 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 400 literate and 133 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chhaja are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 533 | 253 | 280 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 23 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 400 | 202 | 198 |
| Illiterate Population | 133 | 51 | 82 |
Nearby Villages of Chhaja
Chhaja 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 Chhaja
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Chhaja.
| 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 Rupnagar to Chhaja is about 21 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhaja
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhaja village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chhaja
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhaja 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chhaja
Where is Chhaja located?
Chhaja village is located in Anandpur Sahib Tehsil, Rupnagar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhaja?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhaja is Chajja.
What is the pincode of Chhaja?
The pincode of Chhaja is 140119.
What is the population of Chhaja?
Chhaja has a total population of 533, including 253 males and 280 females.
How many households are there in Chhaja?
There are 92 households in Chhaja.
What is the literacy rate in Chhaja?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhaja is 75.05%. Male literacy is 79.84% and female literacy is 70.71%.