Chanaka
Chanaka is a village located in Bhesan taluka of Junagadh district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Bhesan (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Junagadh. As per 2009 stats, Chanaka village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chanaka unique in its vibrant Bhesan-Junagadh region. You’ll see Chanaka’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 Chanaka
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chanaka is 514562. The village spans a total geographical area of 1644.58 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 362020. Junagadh is nearest town to Chanaka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 38km away.
Google Map of Chanaka
Population of Chanaka
According to the 2011 Census, Chanaka has a total population of about 3,070, with approximately 1,553 males and 1,517 females. The sex ratio is around 976 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 369 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 211 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 64.40%, with male literacy at about 70.38% and female literacy near 58.27%. There are around 569 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chanaka's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,070 | 1,553 | 1,517 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 369 | 196 | 173 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 211 | 109 | 102 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,977 | 1,093 | 884 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,093 | 460 | 633 |
Connectivity of Chanaka
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chanaka. As per the 2011 stats, Chanaka 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chanaka
Knowing the nearby villages of Chanaka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chanaka.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chanaka
- Where is Chanaka located?
- Chanaka village is situated in Bhesan Taluka, within the Junagadh district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chanaka?
- Chanaka serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chanaka?
- The pincode of Chanaka is 362020, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chanaka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chanaka is 3,070, with 1,553 males and 1,517 females.
- How many households are there in Chanaka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chanaka village has a total of 569 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chanaka as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chanaka is 64.40%. The male literacy rate is 70.38%, while the female literacy rate is 58.27%.