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.

Chhahar has its own place in the vibrant Sangrur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Chhahar

Below is a concise population overview of Chhahar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chhahar village:

  • The total population of Chhahar village is around 5,937, including approximately 3,175 males and 2,762 females, with a sex ratio of 869 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 577 children aged 0–6 years in Chhahar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Chhahar village has 1,335 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Chhahar village is about 54.37%, with male literacy at 58.55% and female literacy at 49.57%.
  • There are around 1,124 households in Chhahar village.

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.

Shadi Hari Harigarh Kauhrian Ubha Rogla Dhandoli Kalan Janal Toor Banjara Dhandoli Khurd Sullar Taranji Khera

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%.