Chanaur
Chanaur is a village located in Indora tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 104km away from district headquarter Indora. Indora is the sub-district headquarter of Chanaur village. As per 2009 stats, Chanour is the gram panchayat of Chanaur village.
Chanaur has its own place in the vibrant Kangra 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 Chanaur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chanaur is 008715. The village spans a total geographical area of 316.78 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176401. Pathankot is nearest town to Chanaur village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Chanaur 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 Indora Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kangra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chanaur
Population of Chanaur
Below is a concise population overview of Chanaur 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 | 1,708 | 889 | 819 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 170 | 102 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 930 | 489 | 441 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 69 | 29 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 1,319 | 702 | 617 |
| Illiterate Population | 389 | 187 | 202 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chanaur village:
- The total population of Chanaur village is around 1,708, including approximately 889 males and 819 females, with a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 170 children aged 0–6 years in Chanaur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chanaur village has 930 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 69 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Chanaur village is about 77.22%, with male literacy at 78.97% and female literacy at 75.34%.
- There are around 343 households in Chanaur village.
Connectivity of Chanaur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chanaur. As per the 2011 stats, Chanaur 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chanaur
Knowing the nearby villages of Chanaur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chanaur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chanaur
- Where is Chanaur located?
- Chanaur village is situated in Indora Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chanaur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chanaur is Chanour (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chanaur?
- The pincode of Chanaur is 176401, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chanaur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chanaur is 1,708, with 889 males and 819 females.
- How many households are there in Chanaur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chanaur village has a total of 343 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chanaur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chanaur is 77.22%. The male literacy rate is 78.97%, while the female literacy rate is 75.34%.