Churani - Chikhaldara, Amravati
Churani is a village situated in the Chikhaldara tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 67 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chikhaldara and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Churni serves as the Village Panchayat for Churani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Churani is 531636. The village covers a total geographical area of 589.86 hectares and falls under the 444807 pincode. Achalpur is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Churani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Churani
According to the 2011 Census, Churani village had a total population of 2,244 people, including 1,189 males and 1,055 females, living in 439 households. The sex ratio was 887 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.63%, with male literacy at 88.43% and female literacy at 63.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 275, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,187.
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 | 2,244 | 1,189 | 1,055 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 263 | 135 | 128 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 275 | 146 | 129 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,187 | 630 | 557 |
| Literate Population | 1,518 | 932 | 586 |
| Illiterate Population | 726 | 257 | 469 |
Nearby Villages of Churani
Churani 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 Churani
Churani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Achalpur to Churani is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Churani is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Churani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Churani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Churani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Churani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Churani
Where is Churani located?
Churani village is located in Chikhaldara Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Churani?
The Village Panchayat of Churani is Churni.
What is the pincode of Churani?
The pincode of Churani is 444807.
What is the population of Churani?
Churani had a total population of 2,244, including 1,189 males and 1,055 females.
How many households are there in Churani?
Churani had 439 households.
What is the literacy rate in Churani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Churani was 76.63%. Male literacy was 88.43% and female literacy was 63.21%.