Chelak - Fatehgarh, Jaisalmer
Chelak is a village situated in the Fatehgarh tehsil of Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Fatehgarh and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Jaisalmer. Chelak village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chelak is 086542. The village covers a total geographical area of 1133.37 hectares and falls under the 345001 pincode. Jaisalmer is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Chelak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaisalmer Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barmer Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chelak
As per Census 2011, Chelak village has a total population of 1,380 people, consisting of 743 males and 637 females. The village has 253 households and a sex ratio of 857 females per 1,000 males. There are 253 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 631 literate and 749 illiterate residents. Additionally, 777 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chelak are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,380 | 743 | 637 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 253 | 145 | 108 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 777 | 399 | 378 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 12 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 631 | 440 | 191 |
| Illiterate Population | 749 | 303 | 446 |
Nearby Villages of Chelak
Chelak is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Beenjota | North-West | 3.09 km |
| Megha | South-East | 3.77 km |
| Digri | North | 5.84 km |
| Nagraja | South-West | 7.21 km |
| Shobh | North-West | 8.20 km |
| Khyala | East | 8.39 km |
| Rama | East | 8.71 km |
| Chanpa | South-West | 8.82 km |
| Kapuriya | South-East | 9.36 km |
| Adbala | South-West | 9.57 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chelak
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Chelak. The nearest railway station is Jaisalmer, while the nearest airport is Jaisalmer Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaisalmer to Chelak is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chelak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chelak 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chelak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chelak village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chelak
Where is Chelak located?
Chelak village is located in Fatehgarh Tehsil, Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chelak?
Chelak is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chelak?
The pincode of Chelak is 345001.
What is the population of Chelak?
Chelak has a total population of 1,380, including 743 males and 637 females.
How many households are there in Chelak?
There are 253 households in Chelak.
What is the literacy rate in Chelak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chelak is 45.72%. Male literacy is 59.22% and female literacy is 29.98%.