Channi - Siot, Rajouri
Channi is a village situated in the Siot tehsil of Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 13 km from Sunderbani and around 78 km from Rajouri. Channi A serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Channi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Channi is 001611. The village covers a total geographical area of 1763.6 hectares and falls under the 185152 pincode. Sunderbani is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Channi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Channi
According to the 2011 Census, Channi village had a total population of 3,278 people, including 1,701 males and 1,577 females, living in 733 households. The sex ratio was 927 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.46%, with male literacy at 78.55% and female literacy at 61.90%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 414, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 602.
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 | 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 |
Transport and Connectivity of Channi
Channi 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sunderbani to Channi is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajouri to Channi is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Channi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Channi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Channi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Channi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Channi
Where is Channi located?
Channi village is located in Siot Tehsil, Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Channi?
The Halqa Panchayat of Channi is Channi A.
What is the pincode of Channi?
The pincode of Channi is 185152.
What is the population of Channi?
Channi had a total population of 3,278, including 1,701 males and 1,577 females.
How many households are there in Channi?
Channi had 733 households.
What is the literacy rate in Channi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Channi was 70.46%. Male literacy was 78.55% and female literacy was 61.90%.