Chhahar
Chhahar is a village located in Sunam tehsil of Sangrur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Sunam (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Sangrur. As per 2009 stats, Chhahar village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chhahar unique in its vibrant Sunam-Sangrur region. You’ll see Chhahar’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Chhahar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chhahar is 039840. The village spans a total geographical area of 462 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 148035. Sunam is nearest town to Chhahar village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Chhahar
Population of Chhahar
According to the 2011 Census, Chhahar has a total population of about 5,937, with approximately 3,175 males and 2,762 females. The sex ratio is around 869 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 577 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,335 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 54.37%, with male literacy at about 58.55% and female literacy near 49.57%. There are around 1,124 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chhahar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,937 | 3,175 | 2,762 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 577 | 335 | 242 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,335 | 706 | 629 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 3,228 | 1,859 | 1,369 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,709 | 1,316 | 1,393 |
Connectivity of Chhahar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chhahar. As per the 2011 stats, Chhahar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chhahar
Knowing the nearby villages of Chhahar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chhahar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chhahar
- Where is Chhahar located?
- Chhahar village is situated in Sunam Tehsil, within the Sangrur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chhahar?
- Chhahar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chhahar?
- The pincode of Chhahar is 148035, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chhahar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chhahar is 5,937, with 3,175 males and 2,762 females.
- How many households are there in Chhahar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chhahar village has a total of 1,124 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chhahar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chhahar is 54.37%. The male literacy rate is 58.55%, while the female literacy rate is 49.57%.