Chanu - Longding Hq, Longding
Chanu is a village situated in the Longding Hq circle of Longding district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from Longding and around 72 km from Khonsa. Chanu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chanu is 264537. The village falls under the 792131 pincode.
Chanu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chanu
As per Census 2011, Chanu village has a total population of 1,242 people, consisting of 618 males and 624 females. The village has 197 households and a sex ratio of 1,009 females per 1,000 males. There are 194 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 254 literate and 988 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,225 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chanu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,242 | 618 | 624 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 194 | 99 | 95 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,225 | 610 | 615 |
| Literate Population | 254 | 178 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 988 | 440 | 548 |
Nearby Villages of Chanu
Chanu 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 Chanu
Chanu is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Khonsa to Chanu is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chanu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chanu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chanu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chanu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chanu
Where is Chanu located?
Chanu village is located in Longding Hq Circle, Longding district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chanu?
Chanu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chanu?
The pincode of Chanu is 792131.
What is the population of Chanu?
Chanu has a total population of 1,242, including 618 males and 624 females.
How many households are there in Chanu?
There are 197 households in Chanu.
What is the literacy rate in Chanu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chanu is 20.45%. Male literacy is 28.80% and female literacy is 12.18%.