Chaknar
Chaknar is a village located in Chhuikhadan tehsil of Rajnandgaon district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Chhuikhadan (tehsildar office) and 68km away from district headquarter Rajnandgaon. As per 2009 stats, Chaknar village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chaknar unique in its vibrant Chhuikhadan-Rajnandgaon region. You’ll see Chaknar’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 Chaknar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chaknar is 440124. The village spans a total geographical area of 405.05 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 491888. Gandai is nearest town to Chaknar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
Google Map of Chaknar
Population of Chaknar
According to the 2011 Census, Chaknar has a total population of about 2,066, with approximately 1,042 males and 1,024 females. The sex ratio is around 982 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 270 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 122 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 199. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.96%, with male literacy at about 70.25% and female literacy near 53.52%. There are around 413 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chaknar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,066 | 1,042 | 1,024 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 270 | 151 | 119 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 122 | 58 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 199 | 91 | 108 |
| Literate Population | 1,280 | 732 | 548 |
| Illiterate Population | 786 | 310 | 476 |
Connectivity of Chaknar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chaknar. As per the 2011 stats, Chaknar 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chaknar
Knowing the nearby villages of Chaknar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chaknar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chaknar
- Where is Chaknar located?
- Chaknar village is situated in Chhuikhadan Tehsil, within the Rajnandgaon district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chaknar?
- Chaknar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chaknar?
- The pincode of Chaknar is 491888, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chaknar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chaknar is 2,066, with 1,042 males and 1,024 females.
- How many households are there in Chaknar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chaknar village has a total of 413 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chaknar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chaknar is 61.96%. The male literacy rate is 70.25%, while the female literacy rate is 53.52%.