Chanja
About Chanja
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Chanja village is 025653. Chanja village is located in Cheta tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 220km away from district headquarter Kupvi. Kupvi is the sub-district headquarter of Chanja village. As per 2009 stats, Bandal Kaflah is the gram panchayat of Chanja village.
The total geographical area of village is 325.43 hectares. Chanja has a total population of 429 peoples, out of which male population is 216 while female population is 213. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 986 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of chanja village is 59.67% out of which 65.28% males and 53.99% females are literate. There are about 57 houses in chanja village. Pincode of chanja village locality is 171217.
When it comes to administration, Chanja village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Chanja village comes under Chopal Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Chaupal is nearest town to chanja village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Chanja
The population details of Chanja cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 429 | 216 | 213 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 77 | 38 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 100 | 45 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 256 | 141 | 115 |
| Illiterate Population | 173 | 75 | 98 |
Connectivity of Chanja
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Chanja
Where is Chanja located?
Chanja village is situated in Cheta Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chanja?
The Gram Panchayat of Chanja is Bandal Kaflah (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Chanja?
The pincode of Chanja is 171217, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chanja as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chanja is 429, with 216 males and 213 females.
How many households are there in Chanja as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chanja village has a total of 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chanja as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chanja is 59.67%. The male literacy rate is 65.28%, while the female literacy rate is 53.99%.