Chelak
About Chelak
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Chelak village is 086542. Chelak village is located in Fatehgarh tehsil of Jaisalmer district in Rajasthan, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Fatehgarh (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Jaisalmer. As per 2009 stats, Chelak village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 1133.37 hectares. Chelak has a total population of 1,380 peoples, out of which male population is 743 while female population is 637. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 857 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of chelak village is 45.72% out of which 59.22% males and 29.98% females are literate. There are about 253 houses in chelak village. Pincode of chelak village locality is 345001.
When it comes to administration, Chelak village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Chelak village comes under Jaisalmer Vidhan Sabha constituency & Barmer Lok Sabha constituency. Jaisalmer is nearest town to chelak village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 50km away.
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Population of Chelak
The population details of Chelak cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,380 | 743 | 637 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 253 | 145 | 108 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 777 | 399 | 378 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 14 | 12 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 631 | 440 | 191 |
| Illiterate Population | 749 | 303 | 446 |
Connectivity of Chelak
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Chelak
Where is Chelak located?
Chelak village is situated in Fatehgarh Tehsil, within the Jaisalmer district of Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chelak?
Chelak serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Chelak?
The pincode of Chelak is 345001, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chelak as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chelak is 1,380, with 743 males and 637 females.
How many households are there in Chelak as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chelak village has a total of 253 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chelak as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chelak is 45.72%. The male literacy rate is 59.22%, while the female literacy rate is 29.98%.