Chehni
Chehni is a village located in Sunderbani tehsil of Rajouri district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Sunderbani (tehsildar office) and 78km away from district headquarter Rajouri.
Here you can discover what makes Chehni unique in its vibrant Sunderbani-Rajouri region. You’ll see Chehni’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 Chehni
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chehni is 001611. The village spans a total geographical area of 1763.6 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 185152. Sunderbani is nearest town to Chehni village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
Google Map of Chehni
Population of Chehni
According to the 2011 Census, Chehni has a total population of about 3,278, with approximately 1,701 males and 1,577 females. The sex ratio is around 927 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 512 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 414 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 602. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.46%, with male literacy at about 65.67% and female literacy near 52.76%. There are around 733 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chehni's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,278 | 1,701 | 1,577 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 512 | 279 | 233 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 414 | 231 | 183 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 602 | 309 | 293 |
| Literate Population | 1,949 | 1,117 | 832 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,329 | 584 | 745 |
Connectivity of Chehni
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chehni. As per the 2011 stats, Chehni had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chehni
Knowing the nearby villages of Chehni helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chehni.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chehni
- Where is Chehni located?
- Chehni village is situated in Sunderbani Tehsil, within the Rajouri district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the pincode of Chehni?
- The pincode of Chehni is 185152, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chehni as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chehni is 3,278, with 1,701 males and 1,577 females.
- How many households are there in Chehni as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chehni village has a total of 733 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chehni as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chehni is 59.46%. The male literacy rate is 65.67%, while the female literacy rate is 52.76%.