Chahal - Balachaur, Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar
Chahal is a village situated in the Balachaur tehsil of Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balachaur and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar . Chahal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chahal is 032405. The village covers a total geographical area of 155 hectares and falls under the 144521 pincode. Balachaur is the nearest town.
Chahal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chahal
According to the 2011 Census, Chahal village had a total population of 1,207 people, including 630 males and 577 females, living in 229 households. The sex ratio was 916 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.94%, with male literacy at 86.89% and female literacy at 72.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 628.
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 | 1,207 | 630 | 577 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 155 | 81 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 628 | 327 | 301 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 841 | 477 | 364 |
| Illiterate Population | 366 | 153 | 213 |
Nearby Villages of Chahal
Chahal 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 Chahal
Chahal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar to Chahal is about 30 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 Chahal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chahal 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chahal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chahal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chahal
Where is Chahal located?
Chahal village is located in Balachaur Tehsil, Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chahal?
Chahal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chahal?
The pincode of Chahal is 144521.
What is the population of Chahal?
Chahal had a total population of 1,207, including 630 males and 577 females.
How many households are there in Chahal?
Chahal had 229 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chahal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chahal was 79.94%. Male literacy was 86.89% and female literacy was 72.37%.