Chanana - Arnia, Jammu
Chanana is a village situated in the Arnia tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 25 km from Bishnah and around 45 km from Jammu. Changia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chanana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chanana is 006291. The village covers a total geographical area of 87.8 hectares and falls under the 181131 pincode. Arina is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Chanana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bishnah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chanana
According to the 2011 Census, Chanana village had a total population of 15 people, including 6 males and 9 females, living in 4 households. The sex ratio was 1,500 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.91%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 85.71%.
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 | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 5 | 2 | 3 |
Nearby Villages of Chanana
Chanana 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 Chanana
Chanana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arina to Chanana is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Chanana is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chanana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chanana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chanana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chanana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chanana
Where is Chanana located?
Chanana village is located in Arnia Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chanana?
The Gram Panchayat of Chanana is Changia.
What is the pincode of Chanana?
The pincode of Chanana is 181131.
What is the population of Chanana?
Chanana had a total population of 15, including 6 males and 9 females.
How many households are there in Chanana?
Chanana had 4 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chanana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chanana was 90.91%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 85.71%.