Chhoti Railon - Rup Nagar, Rupnagar
Chhoti Railon is a village situated in the Rup Nagar tehsil of Rupnagar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 3 km from Rupnagar and around 3 km from Rupnagar. Railon Chhoti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhoti Railon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhoti Railon is 038694. The village covers a total geographical area of 81 hectares and falls under the 140001 pincode. Rupnagar is the nearest town.
Chhoti Railon 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 Chhoti Railon
According to the 2011 Census, Chhoti Railon village had a total population of 682 people, including 361 males and 321 females, living in 135 households. The sex ratio was 889 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.11%, with male literacy at 87.86% and female literacy at 77.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 228.
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 | 682 | 361 | 321 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 48 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 228 | 123 | 105 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 497 | 275 | 222 |
| Illiterate Population | 185 | 86 | 99 |
Nearby Villages of Chhoti Railon
Chhoti Railon is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Rasulpur | West | 0.45 km |
| Paprala | East | 0.54 km |
| Bari Railon | West | 0.96 km |
| Gurpura | South-East | 1.12 km |
| Bheora | East | 1.36 km |
| Salaura | South | 1.60 km |
| Arazi Ropar | North-West | 1.71 km |
| Samrala | West | 1.80 km |
| Bara | South | 2.07 km |
| Gandhon Khurd | South-East | 2.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chhoti Railon
Chhoti Railon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Rupnagar, while the nearest airport is Chandigarh Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.3 km.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Rupnagar to Chhoti Railon is about 3 km, with the usual travel time around 5-10 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhoti Railon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhoti Railon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chhoti Railon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhoti Railon 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 Chhoti Railon
Where is Chhoti Railon located?
Chhoti Railon village is located in Rup Nagar Tehsil, Rupnagar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhoti Railon?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhoti Railon is Railon Chhoti.
What is the pincode of Chhoti Railon?
The pincode of Chhoti Railon is 140001.
What is the population of Chhoti Railon?
Chhoti Railon had a total population of 682, including 361 males and 321 females.
How many households are there in Chhoti Railon?
Chhoti Railon had 135 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhoti Railon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhoti Railon was 83.11%. Male literacy was 87.86% and female literacy was 77.89%.