Chancher
Chancher is a village located in Kesinga tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Kesinga (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Chancher village is also a gram panchayat.
Chancher has its own place in the vibrant Kalahandi 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 Chancher
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chancher is 422391. The village spans a total geographical area of 616 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766011. Kesinga is nearest town to Chancher village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chancher 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 Bhawanipatna Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chancher
Population of Chancher
Below is a concise population overview of Chancher as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,896 | 938 | 958 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 271 | 133 | 138 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 423 | 204 | 219 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 730 | 350 | 380 |
Literate Population | 1,033 | 624 | 409 |
Illiterate Population | 863 | 314 | 549 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chancher village:
- The total population of Chancher village is around 1,896, including approximately 938 males and 958 females, with a sex ratio of 1021 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 271 children aged 0–6 years in Chancher village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chancher village has 423 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 730 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Chancher village is about 54.48%, with male literacy at 66.52% and female literacy at 42.69%.
- There are around 482 households in Chancher village.
Connectivity of Chancher
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chancher. As per the 2011 stats, Chancher had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chancher
Knowing the nearby villages of Chancher helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chancher.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chancher
- Where is Chancher located?
- Chancher village is situated in Kesinga Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chancher?
- Chancher serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chancher?
- The pincode of Chancher is 766011, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chancher as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chancher is 1,896, with 938 males and 958 females.
- How many households are there in Chancher as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chancher village has a total of 482 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chancher as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chancher is 54.48%. The male literacy rate is 66.52%, while the female literacy rate is 42.69%.