Chhanni
Chhanni is a village located in Indora tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 100km away from district headquarter Indora. Indora is the sub-district headquarter of Chhanni village. As per 2009 stats, Chhanni village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chhanni unique in its vibrant Indora-Kangra region. You’ll see Chhanni’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 Chhanni
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chhanni is 008685. The village spans a total geographical area of 158.41 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176403. Pathankot is nearest town to Chhanni village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Chhanni 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 Chhanni
Population of Chhanni
According to the 2011 Census, Chhanni has a total population of about 1,237, with approximately 618 males and 619 females. The sex ratio is around 1001 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 191 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 865 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 228. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.13%, with male literacy at about 62.14% and female literacy near 48.14%. There are around 221 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chhanni's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,237 | 618 | 619 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 191 | 98 | 93 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 865 | 424 | 441 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 228 | 115 | 113 |
Literate Population | 682 | 384 | 298 |
Illiterate Population | 555 | 234 | 321 |
Connectivity of Chhanni
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chhanni. As per the 2011 stats, Chhanni had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chhanni
Knowing the nearby villages of Chhanni helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chhanni.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chhanni
- Where is Chhanni located?
- Chhanni village is situated in Indora Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chhanni?
- Chhanni serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chhanni?
- The pincode of Chhanni is 176403, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chhanni as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chhanni is 1,237, with 618 males and 619 females.
- How many households are there in Chhanni as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chhanni village has a total of 221 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chhanni as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chhanni is 55.13%. The male literacy rate is 62.14%, while the female literacy rate is 48.14%.