Chani
Chani is a village located in Darwha tehsil of Yavatmal district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Darwha (tehsildar office) and 24km away from district headquarter Yavatmal. As per 2009 stats, Chani village is also a gram panchayat.
Chani has its own place in the vibrant Yavatmal region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Chani
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chani is 542624. The village spans a total geographical area of 507.53 hectares. Darwha is nearest town to Chani village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chani 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 Yavatmal Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chani
Population of Chani
Below is a concise population overview of Chani as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,256 | 1,169 | 1,087 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 218 | 116 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 212 | 111 | 101 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 392 | 202 | 190 |
| Literate Population | 1,726 | 965 | 761 |
| Illiterate Population | 530 | 204 | 326 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chani village:
- The total population of Chani village is around 2,256, including approximately 1,169 males and 1,087 females, with a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 218 children aged 0–6 years in Chani village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chani village has 212 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 392 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Chani village is about 76.51%, with male literacy at 82.55% and female literacy at 70.01%.
- There are around 548 households in Chani village.
Connectivity of Chani
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chani. As per the 2011 stats, Chani 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chani
Knowing the nearby villages of Chani helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chani.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chani
- Where is Chani located?
- Chani village is situated in Darwha Tehsil, within the Yavatmal district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chani?
- Chani serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Chani as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chani is 2,256, with 1,169 males and 1,087 females.
- How many households are there in Chani as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chani village has a total of 548 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chani as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chani is 76.51%. The male literacy rate is 82.55%, while the female literacy rate is 70.01%.