Channighat
Channighat is a village located in Sonai subdivision of Cachar district in Assam, India. It is situated 383km away from sub-district headquarter Sonai (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Silchar. As per 2009 stats, Channighat village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Channighat unique in its vibrant Sonai-Cachar region. You’ll see Channighat’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Channighat
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Channighat is 299647. The village spans a total geographical area of 252.61 hectares. Silchar is nearest town to Channighat village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 38km away.
Google Map of Channighat
Population of Channighat
According to the 2011 Census, Channighat has a total population of about 3,604, with approximately 1,836 males and 1,768 females. The sex ratio is around 962 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 560 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,887 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 13. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.73%, with male literacy at about 73.15% and female literacy near 66.18%. There are around 752 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Channighat's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,604 | 1,836 | 1,768 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 560 | 276 | 284 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,887 | 977 | 910 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 2,513 | 1,343 | 1,170 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,091 | 493 | 598 |
Connectivity of Channighat
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Channighat. As per the 2011 stats, Channighat had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Channighat
Knowing the nearby villages of Channighat helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Channighat.
Frequently Asked Questions about Channighat
- Where is Channighat located?
- Channighat village is situated in Sonai Subdivision, within the Cachar district of Assam, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Channighat?
- Channighat serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Channighat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Channighat is 3,604, with 1,836 males and 1,768 females.
- How many households are there in Channighat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Channighat village has a total of 752 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Channighat as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Channighat is 69.73%. The male literacy rate is 73.15%, while the female literacy rate is 66.18%.