Chalana
Chalana is a village located in Arjuni Morgaon tehsil of Gondiya district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Arjuni Morgaon (tehsildar office) and 86km away from district headquarter Gondiya. As per 2009 stats, Channa is the gram panchayat of Chalana village.
Here you can discover what makes Chalana unique in its vibrant Arjuni Morgaon-Gondiya region. You’ll see Chalana’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 Chalana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chalana is 538178. The village spans a total geographical area of 450.82 hectares. Desaiganj is nearest town to Chalana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 47km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chalana village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Arjuni-morgaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bhandara - Gondiya Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chalana
Population of Chalana
According to the 2011 Census, Chalana has a total population of about 2,156, with approximately 1,089 males and 1,067 females. The sex ratio is around 979 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 248 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 274 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 252. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.12%, with male literacy at about 78.97% and female literacy near 65.14%. There are around 517 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chalana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,156 | 1,089 | 1,067 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 248 | 134 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 274 | 140 | 134 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 252 | 129 | 123 |
| Literate Population | 1,555 | 860 | 695 |
| Illiterate Population | 601 | 229 | 372 |
Connectivity of Chalana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chalana. As per the 2011 stats, Chalana had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chalana
Knowing the nearby villages of Chalana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chalana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chalana
- Where is Chalana located?
- Chalana village is situated in Arjuni Morgaon Tehsil, within the Gondiya district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chalana?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chalana is Channa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Chalana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chalana is 2,156, with 1,089 males and 1,067 females.
- How many households are there in Chalana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chalana village has a total of 517 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chalana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chalana is 72.12%. The male literacy rate is 78.97%, while the female literacy rate is 65.14%.