Chota Gadhram - Chamkaur Sahib, Rupnagar
Chota Gadhram is a village situated in the Chamkaur Sahib tehsil of Rupnagar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chamkaur Sahib and around 14 km from the district headquarters in Rupnagar. Gadhram Chhota serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chota Gadhram village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chota Gadhram is 038853. The village covers a total geographical area of 70 hectares and falls under the 140112 pincode. Chamkaur Sahib is the nearest town.
Chota Gadhram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chamkaur Sahib Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anandpur Sahib Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chota Gadhram
According to the 2011 Census, Chota Gadhram village had a total population of 430 people, including 227 males and 203 females, living in 92 households. The sex ratio was 894 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.78%, with male literacy at 81.16% and female literacy at 65.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 278.
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 | 430 | 227 | 203 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 20 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 278 | 143 | 135 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 287 | 168 | 119 |
| Illiterate Population | 143 | 59 | 84 |
Nearby Villages of Chota Gadhram
Chota Gadhram 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 Chota Gadhram
Chota Gadhram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Chota Gadhram.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Rupnagar to Chota Gadhram is about 14 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 Chota Gadhram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chota Gadhram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chota Gadhram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chota Gadhram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chota Gadhram
Where is Chota Gadhram located?
Chota Gadhram village is located in Chamkaur Sahib Tehsil, Rupnagar district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chota Gadhram?
The Gram Panchayat of Chota Gadhram is Gadhram Chhota.
What is the pincode of Chota Gadhram?
The pincode of Chota Gadhram is 140112.
What is the population of Chota Gadhram?
Chota Gadhram had a total population of 430, including 227 males and 203 females.
How many households are there in Chota Gadhram?
Chota Gadhram had 92 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chota Gadhram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chota Gadhram was 73.78%. Male literacy was 81.16% and female literacy was 65.38%.