Chottian - Gidderbaha, Sri Muktsar Sahib
Chottian is a village situated in the Gidderbaha tehsil of Sri Muktsar Sahib district, Punjab. It is located approximately 14 km from Gidderbaha and around 25 km from Muktsar. Chotian serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chottian village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chottian is 035336. The village covers a total geographical area of 672 hectares and falls under the 151202 pincode. Giddarbaha is the nearest town.
Chottian village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chottian
As per Census 2011, Chottian village has a total population of 2,217 people, consisting of 1,107 males and 1,110 females. The village has 446 households and a sex ratio of 1,002 females per 1,000 males. There are 189 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,231 literate and 986 illiterate residents. Additionally, 732 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chottian are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,217 | 1,107 | 1,110 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 189 | 86 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 732 | 386 | 346 |
| Literate Population | 1,231 | 688 | 543 |
| Illiterate Population | 986 | 419 | 567 |
Nearby Villages of Chottian
Chottian 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 Chottian
Chottian 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 Muktsar to Chottian is about 25 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 Chottian
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chottian village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chottian
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chottian village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chottian
Where is Chottian located?
Chottian village is located in Gidderbaha Tehsil, Sri Muktsar Sahib district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chottian?
The Gram Panchayat of Chottian is Chotian.
What is the pincode of Chottian?
The pincode of Chottian is 151202.
What is the population of Chottian?
Chottian has a total population of 2,217, including 1,107 males and 1,110 females.
How many households are there in Chottian?
There are 446 households in Chottian.
What is the literacy rate in Chottian?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chottian is 55.53%. Male literacy is 62.15% and female literacy is 48.92%.