Chanan
Chanan is a village located in Salkhua subdivision of Saharsa district in Bihar, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Salkhua (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Saharsa. As per 2009 stats, Chanan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chanan unique in its vibrant Salkhua-Saharsa region. You’ll see Chanan’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 Chanan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chanan is 226647. The village spans a total geographical area of 698.46 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 852106. Saharsa is nearest town to Chanan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
Google Map of Chanan
Population of Chanan
According to the 2011 Census, Chanan has a total population of about 3,958, with approximately 2,094 males and 1,864 females. The sex ratio is around 890 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 912 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 520 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 26.25%, with male literacy at about 35.96% and female literacy near 15.34%. There are around 744 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chanan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,958 | 2,094 | 1,864 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 912 | 479 | 433 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 520 | 274 | 246 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,039 | 753 | 286 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,919 | 1,341 | 1,578 |
Connectivity of Chanan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chanan. As per the 2011 stats, Chanan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chanan
Knowing the nearby villages of Chanan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chanan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chanan
- Where is Chanan located?
- Chanan village is situated in Salkhua Subdivision, within the Saharsa district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chanan?
- Chanan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chanan?
- The pincode of Chanan is 852106, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chanan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chanan is 3,958, with 2,094 males and 1,864 females.
- How many households are there in Chanan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chanan village has a total of 744 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chanan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chanan is 26.25%. The male literacy rate is 35.96%, while the female literacy rate is 15.34%.