Chhani Thana
Chhani Thana is a village located in Akhnoor tehsil of Jammu district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 32km away from sub-district headquarter Akhnoor (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Jammku. As per 2009 stats, Bhalwal Mullo is the gram panchayat of Chhani Thana village.
Here you can discover what makes Chhani Thana unique in its vibrant Akhnoor-Jammu region. You’ll see Chhani Thana’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 Chhani Thana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chhani Thana is 005641. The village spans a total geographical area of 236.7 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 181203. Akhnoor is nearest town to Chhani Thana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.
Google Map of Chhani Thana
Population of Chhani Thana
According to the 2011 Census, Chhani Thana has a total population of about 582, with approximately 298 males and 284 females. The sex ratio is around 953 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 78 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 229 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.90%, with male literacy at about 75.84% and female literacy near 61.62%. There are around 141 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chhani Thana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 582 | 298 | 284 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 38 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 229 | 118 | 111 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 401 | 226 | 175 |
| Illiterate Population | 181 | 72 | 109 |
Connectivity of Chhani Thana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chhani Thana. As per the 2011 stats, Chhani Thana 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chhani Thana
Knowing the nearby villages of Chhani Thana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chhani Thana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chhani Thana
- Where is Chhani Thana located?
- Chhani Thana village is situated in Akhnoor Tehsil, within the Jammu district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chhani Thana?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chhani Thana is Bhalwal Mullo (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chhani Thana?
- The pincode of Chhani Thana is 181203, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chhani Thana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chhani Thana is 582, with 298 males and 284 females.
- How many households are there in Chhani Thana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chhani Thana village has a total of 141 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chhani Thana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chhani Thana is 68.90%. The male literacy rate is 75.84%, while the female literacy rate is 61.62%.