Chhani - Khanpur, Mahisagar
Chhani is a village situated in the Khanpur taluka of Mahisagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from Khanpur and around 79 km from Godhra. Dhol Khakhara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhani is 517782. The village covers a total geographical area of 70.57 hectares and falls under the 389230 pincode. Lunawada is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Chhani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chhani
As per Census 2011, Chhani village has a total population of 411 people, consisting of 213 males and 198 females. The village has 82 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 61 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 234 literate and 177 illiterate residents. Additionally, 90 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 297 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chhani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 411 | 213 | 198 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 32 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 90 | 46 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 297 | 155 | 142 |
| Literate Population | 234 | 151 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 177 | 62 | 115 |
Nearby Villages of Chhani
Chhani is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Chhani
Chhani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lunawada to Chhani is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Chhani is about 79 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chhani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chhani
Where is Chhani located?
Chhani village is located in Khanpur Taluka, Mahisagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhani?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhani is Dhol Khakhara.
What is the pincode of Chhani?
The pincode of Chhani is 389230.
What is the population of Chhani?
Chhani has a total population of 411, including 213 males and 198 females.
How many households are there in Chhani?
There are 82 households in Chhani.
What is the literacy rate in Chhani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhani is 56.93%. Male literacy is 70.89% and female literacy is 41.92%.