Chanaka - Aitepyong, Wokha
Chanaka is a village situated in the Aitepyong circle of Wokha district, Nagaland. It is located approximately 39 km from the tehsil headquarters in Aitepyong and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Wokha.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chanaka is 267422. The village covers a total geographical area of 7700 hectares and falls under the 797111 pincode. Wokha is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
For political representation, the village falls under the Bhandari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagaland Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chanaka
According to the 2011 Census, Chanaka village had a total population of 82 people, including 45 males and 37 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 822 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.84%, with male literacy at 86.05% and female literacy at 87.88%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 81.
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 | 82 | 45 | 37 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 81 | 44 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 66 | 37 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 16 | 8 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Chanaka
Chanaka 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 Chanaka
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Wokha to Chanaka is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Chanaka
Where is Chanaka located?
Chanaka village is located in Aitepyong Circle, Wokha district, Nagaland, India.
What is the pincode of Chanaka?
The pincode of Chanaka is 797111.
What is the population of Chanaka?
Chanaka had a total population of 82, including 45 males and 37 females.
How many households are there in Chanaka?
Chanaka had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chanaka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chanaka was 86.84%. Male literacy was 86.05% and female literacy was 87.88%.