Chaneya - Junga, Shimla
Chaneya is a village situated in the Junga tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Janedghat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chaneya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chaneya is 024838. The village covers a total geographical area of 61.81 hectares and falls under the 171218 pincode. Shimla is the nearest town.
Chaneya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kasumpti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chaneya
According to the 2011 Census, Chaneya village had a total population of 49 people, including 26 males and 23 females, living in 9 households. The sex ratio was 885 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.24%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 78.95%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 7.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 49 | 26 | 23 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 6 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 37 | 22 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 12 | 4 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Chaneya
Chaneya 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 Chaneya
Public transport in the Chaneya is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Shimla to Chaneya is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chaneya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chaneya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chaneya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chaneya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chaneya
Where is Chaneya located?
Chaneya village is located in Junga Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chaneya?
The Gram Panchayat of Chaneya is Janedghat.
What is the pincode of Chaneya?
The pincode of Chaneya is 171218.
What is the population of Chaneya?
Chaneya had a total population of 49, including 26 males and 23 females.
How many households are there in Chaneya?
Chaneya had 9 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chaneya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chaneya was 90.24%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 78.95%.