Cheema - Dhuri, Sangrur
Cheema is a village situated in the Dhuri tehsil of Sangrur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhuri and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Sangrur. Cheema village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Cheema is 039645. The village covers a total geographical area of 232.79 hectares and falls under the 148017 pincode. Dhuri is the nearest town.
Cheema village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhuri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangrur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Cheema
As per Census 2011, Cheema village has a total population of 967 people, consisting of 532 males and 435 females. The village has 173 households and a sex ratio of 817 females per 1,000 males. There are 86 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 595 literate and 372 illiterate residents. Additionally, 312 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Cheema are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 967 | 532 | 435 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 51 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 312 | 176 | 136 |
| Literate Population | 595 | 346 | 249 |
| Illiterate Population | 372 | 186 | 186 |
Nearby Villages of Cheema
Cheema 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 Cheema
Public transport in the Cheema is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Cheema.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Sangrur to Cheema is about 28 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 Cheema
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Cheema village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Cheema
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Cheema 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 Cheema
Where is Cheema located?
Cheema village is located in Dhuri Tehsil, Sangrur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Cheema?
Cheema is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Cheema?
The pincode of Cheema is 148017.
What is the population of Cheema?
Cheema has a total population of 967, including 532 males and 435 females.
How many households are there in Cheema?
There are 173 households in Cheema.
What is the literacy rate in Cheema?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Cheema is 61.53%. Male literacy is 65.04% and female literacy is 57.24%.