Cholnar
Cholnar is a village located in Kuakonda tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Kuwakonda (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Dantewada. As per 2009 stats, Kalepal is the gram panchayat of Cholnar village.
Cholnar has its own place in the vibrant Dakshin Bastar Dantewada region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Cholnar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Cholnar is 450247. The village spans a total geographical area of 591.63 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494552. Kirandul is nearest town to Cholnar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
When it comes to local governance, Cholnar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dantewara Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bastar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Cholnar
Population of Cholnar
Below is a concise population overview of Cholnar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 919 | 446 | 473 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 152 | 67 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 907 | 441 | 466 |
| Literate Population | 529 | 317 | 212 |
| Illiterate Population | 390 | 129 | 261 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Cholnar village:
- The total population of Cholnar village is around 919, including approximately 446 males and 473 females, with a sex ratio of 1060 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 152 children aged 0–6 years in Cholnar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Cholnar village has 1 person belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 907 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Cholnar village is about 57.56%, with male literacy at 71.08% and female literacy at 44.82%.
- There are around 219 households in Cholnar village.
Connectivity of Cholnar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Cholnar. As per the 2011 stats, Cholnar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Cholnar
Knowing the nearby villages of Cholnar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Cholnar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cholnar
- Where is Cholnar located?
- Cholnar village is situated in Kuakonda Tehsil, within the Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Cholnar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Cholnar is Kalepal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Cholnar?
- The pincode of Cholnar is 494552, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Cholnar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Cholnar is 919, with 446 males and 473 females.
- How many households are there in Cholnar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Cholnar village has a total of 219 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Cholnar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Cholnar is 57.56%. The male literacy rate is 71.08%, while the female literacy rate is 44.82%.