Chuharpur - Balachaur, Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar
Chuharpur is a village situated in the Balachaur tehsil of Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balachaur and around 17 km from the district headquarters in Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar . Chuharpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chuharpur is 032526. The village covers a total geographical area of 125 hectares and falls under the 144521 pincode. Balachaur is the nearest town.
Chuharpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chuharpur
As per Census 2011, Chuharpur village has a total population of 912 people, consisting of 483 males and 429 females. The village has 203 households and a sex ratio of 888 females per 1,000 males. There are 100 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 617 literate and 295 illiterate residents. Additionally, 346 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chuharpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 912 | 483 | 429 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 62 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 346 | 181 | 165 |
| Literate Population | 617 | 371 | 246 |
| Illiterate Population | 295 | 112 | 183 |
Nearby Villages of Chuharpur
Chuharpur 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 Chuharpur
Chuharpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Chuharpur is about 17 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chuharpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chuharpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chuharpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chuharpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Chuharpur
Where is Chuharpur located?
Chuharpur village is located in Balachaur Tehsil, Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chuharpur?
Chuharpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chuharpur?
The pincode of Chuharpur is 144521.
What is the population of Chuharpur?
Chuharpur has a total population of 912, including 483 males and 429 females.
How many households are there in Chuharpur?
There are 203 households in Chuharpur.
What is the literacy rate in Chuharpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chuharpur is 67.65%. Male literacy is 76.81% and female literacy is 57.34%.