Chanunta
Chanunta is a village located in Ramnagar tehsil of Udhampur district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Ramnagar (tehsildar office) and 26km away from district headquarter Udhampur. As per 2009 stats, Chanunta village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chanunta unique in its vibrant Ramnagar-Udhampur region. You’ll see Chanunta’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 Chanunta
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chanunta is 005073. The village spans a total geographical area of 708.6 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 182124. Udhampur is nearest town to Chanunta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.
Google Map of Chanunta
Population of Chanunta
According to the 2011 Census, Chanunta has a total population of about 2,752, with approximately 1,421 males and 1,331 females. The sex ratio is around 936 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 414 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,139 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 249. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.36%, with male literacy at about 69.88% and female literacy near 50.19%. There are around 420 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chanunta's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,752 | 1,421 | 1,331 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 414 | 211 | 203 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,139 | 588 | 551 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 249 | 125 | 124 |
| Literate Population | 1,661 | 993 | 668 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,091 | 428 | 663 |
Connectivity of Chanunta
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chanunta. As per the 2011 stats, Chanunta 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chanunta
Knowing the nearby villages of Chanunta helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chanunta.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chanunta
- Where is Chanunta located?
- Chanunta village is situated in Ramnagar Tehsil, within the Udhampur district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chanunta?
- Chanunta serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chanunta?
- The pincode of Chanunta is 182124, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chanunta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chanunta is 2,752, with 1,421 males and 1,331 females.
- How many households are there in Chanunta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chanunta village has a total of 420 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chanunta as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chanunta is 60.36%. The male literacy rate is 69.88%, while the female literacy rate is 50.19%.