Churni - Chikhaldara, Amravati
Churni is a village situated in the Chikhaldara tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chikhaldara and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Shahapur serves as the Village Panchayat for Churni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Churni is 531664. The village covers a total geographical area of 101.88 hectares and falls under the 444807 pincode. Chikhaldara is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Churni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Churni
According to the 2011 Census, Churni village had a total population of 62 people, including 33 males and 29 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 879 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 98.04%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 95.83%.
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 | 62 | 33 | 29 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 50 | 27 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 12 | 6 | 6 |
Nearby Villages of Churni
Churni 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 Churni
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Churni.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Chikhaldara to Churni is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Churni is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Churni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Churni 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 Churni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Churni 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 Churni
Where is Churni located?
Churni village is located in Chikhaldara Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Churni?
The Village Panchayat of Churni is Shahapur.
What is the pincode of Churni?
The pincode of Churni is 444807.
What is the population of Churni?
Churni had a total population of 62, including 33 males and 29 females.
How many households are there in Churni?
Churni had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Churni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Churni was 98.04%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 95.83%.