Chanan
Chanan is a Town and Subdivision in Lakhisarai District of Bihar. In India, a subdivision is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Chanan Block (CD) is 01369. The total area of Chanan Subdivision is 151 km². Chanan has a sex ratio of approximately 918 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Chanan Subdivision
Chanan Subdivision has a total of 68 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Chanan Subdivision, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Agaia | Gohri | Lakhisarai (16 km) |
| 2 | Athmalpur | Malia | Chanan |
| 3 | Balahpur | Gohri | Lakhisarai (14 km) |
| 4 | Banauli | Khutuk Par | Chanan |
| 5 | Bannu Bagaicha | Gohri | Lakhisarai (15 km) |
| 6 | Barare | Gohri | Lakhisarai (16 km) |
| 7 | Baskund | Bhalui | Lakhisarai (30 km) |
| 8 | Basmatia | Maheshleta | Lakhisarai (8 km) |
| 9 | Basua Chak | Bhalui | Lakhisarai (30 km) |
| 10 | Bataspur | Janki Dih | Lakhisarai (18 km) |
| 11 | Batta | Bhalui | Lakhisarai (25 km) |
| 12 | Bhalui | Bhalui | Lakhisarai (30 km) |
| 13 | Bhatta | Iton | Chanan |
| 14 | Bhuinka | Khutuk Par | Lakhisarai (10 km) |
| 15 | Bichhwe | Maheshleta | Lakhisarai (6 km) |
| 16 | Chauraman Bigha | Kundar | Lakhisarai (30 km) |
| 17 | Darhishir | Gohri | Lakhisarai (15 km) |
| 18 | Dhanwo | Janki Dih | Lakhisarai (16 km) |
| 19 | Dharampur | Madanpur | Lakhisarai (27 km) |
| 20 | Ghosi Kundi | Khutuk Par | Lakhisarai (4 km) |
| 21 | Gohri | Gohri | Lakhisarai (15 km) |
| 22 | Gopalpur | Kundar | Lakhisarai (29 km) |
| 23 | Gulni | Gohri | Lakhisarai (14 km) |
| 24 | Gurdih | Maheshleta | Lakhisarai (7 km) |
| 25 | Harbanspur | Janki Dih | Lakhisarai (16 km) |
| 26 | Itahara | Maheshleta | Lakhisarai (15 km) |
| 27 | Itaun | Iton | Lakhisarai (25 km) |
| 28 | Itaun English Kita Awal | Iton | Lakhisarai (25 km) |
| 29 | Itaun English Kita Doem | Kundar | Lakhisarai (25 km) |
| 30 | Jagdishpur | Lakho Chak | Lakhisarai (15 km) |
| 31 | Jagir Puransingh | Maheshleta | Chanan |
| 32 | Jagirsher Khan | Khutuk Par | Chanan |
| 33 | Jankidih | Janki Dih | Lakhisarai (15 km) |
| 34 | Janpur | Malia | Chanan |
| 35 | Kachhua | Sangram Pur | Lakhisarai (30 km) |
| 36 | Kalianpur | Malia | Chanan |
| 37 | Kamiapur | Gohri | Lakhisarai (16 km) |
| 38 | Kharkuan | Janki Dih | Lakhisarai (16 km) |
| 39 | Khuttupar | Khutuk Par | Lakhisarai (17 km) |
| 40 | Kumadar | Kundar | Lakhisarai (30 km) |
| 41 | Lakho Chak | Lakho Chak | Lakhisarai (10 km) |
| 42 | Mahadeo Nagar | Khutuk Par | Lakhisarai (17 km) |
| 43 | Maheshpur | Malia | Lakhisarai (22 km) |
| 44 | Mahesleta | Maheshleta | Lakhisarai (6 km) |
| 45 | Mahulia | Bhalui | Lakhisarai (30 km) |
| 46 | Malia | Malia | Lakhisarai (25 km) |
| 47 | Mananpur | Malia | Lakhisarai (30 km) |
| 48 | Manpur | Bhalui | Lakhisarai (25 km) |
| 49 | Mohan Kundi | Khutuk Par | Lakhisarai (10 km) |
| 50 | Mohanpur | Lakho Chak | Lakhisarai (12 km) |
| 51 | Nagardar | Iton | Lakhisarai (25 km) |
| 52 | Pacham | Khutuk Par | Lakhisarai (12 km) |
| 53 | Patharkatti | Lakho Chak | Chanan |
| 54 | Rai Kundi | Khutuk Par | Lakhisarai (17 km) |
| 55 | Ramal Bigha | Bhalui | Lakhisarai (30 km) |
| 56 | Rampur | Iton | Lakhisarai (27 km) |
| 57 | Ramshir | Lakho Chak | Lakhisarai (13 km) |
| 58 | Raota | Kundar | Lakhisarai (27 km) |
| 59 | Sahroi | Gohri | Lakhisarai (14 km) |
| 60 | Sangrampur | Sangram Pur | Lakhisarai (25 km) |
| 61 | Silhat | Maheshleta | Chanan |
| 62 | Singarpur | Maheshleta | Lakhisarai (7 km) |
| 63 | Singh Chak | Lakho Chak | Lakhisarai (12 km) |
| 64 | Sobhnagar | Gohri | Lakhisarai (16 km) |
| 65 | Sohania Chak | Maheshleta | Chanan |
| 66 | Tilakpur | Maheshleta | Lakhisarai (15 km) |
| 67 | Titai Chak | Malia | Lakhisarai (26 km) |
| 68 | Turka Singarpur | Maheshleta | Chanan |
Population of Chanan Subdivision
The population profile of Chanan Subdivision offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Chanan Subdivision's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,07,144 | 1,07,144 | N/A |
| Male Population | 55,859 | 55,859 | N/A |
| Female Population | 51,285 | 51,285 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 21,467 | 21,467 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 10,986 | 10,986 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 10,481 | 10,481 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 47,520 | 47,520 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 30,204 | 30,204 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 17,316 | 17,316 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 59,624 | 59,624 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 25,655 | 25,655 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 33,969 | 33,969 | N/A |
| Total Households | 17,773 | 17,773 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 1,07,144 people. Includes nearly 55,859 males and 51,285 females. Rural population is about 1,07,144 people.
- There are around 21,467 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 10,986 boys and 10,481 girls.
- Literate population is about 47,520 people. Non-literate population is around 59,624 people.
- There are nearly 17,773 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Chanan Subdivision, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 18,608 | 18,608 | N/A |
| SC Male Population | 9,583 | 9,583 | N/A |
| SC Female Population | 9,025 | 9,025 | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 1,709 | 1,709 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 853 | 853 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 856 | 856 | N/A |
| Population Density | 710 / km² | 710 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Chanan Subdivision is approximately 18,608 people, including 9,583 males and 9,025 females. Around 18,608 people live in rural parts.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Chanan Subdivision is about 1,709 people, including 853 males and 856 females. Around 1,709 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 710 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 710 people per sq. km.