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.
Chehni has its own place in the vibrant Rajouri region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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
Below is a concise population overview of Chehni as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chehni village:
- The total population of Chehni village is around 3,278, including approximately 1,701 males and 1,577 females, with a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 512 children aged 0–6 years in Chehni village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chehni village has 414 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 602 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Chehni village is about 59.46%, with male literacy at 65.67% and female literacy at 52.76%.
- There are around 733 households in Chehni village.
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%.