Chanaur - Mukerian, Hoshiarpur
Chanaur is a village situated in the Mukerian tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mukerian and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Chanaur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chanaur is 031226. The village covers a total geographical area of 135 hectares and falls under the 144532 pincode. Mukerian is the nearest town.
Chanaur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mukerian Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chanaur
According to the 2011 Census, Chanaur village had a total population of 1,495 people, including 775 males and 720 females, living in 289 households. The sex ratio was 929 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.60%, with male literacy at 82.38% and female literacy at 74.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 561.
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 | 1,495 | 775 | 720 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 168 | 94 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 561 | 294 | 267 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,043 | 561 | 482 |
| Illiterate Population | 452 | 214 | 238 |
Nearby Villages of Chanaur
Chanaur 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 Chanaur
Chanaur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Chanaur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Chanaur is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chanaur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chanaur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chanaur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chanaur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Chanaur
Where is Chanaur located?
Chanaur village is located in Mukerian Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chanaur?
Chanaur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chanaur?
The pincode of Chanaur is 144532.
What is the population of Chanaur?
Chanaur had a total population of 1,495, including 775 males and 720 females.
How many households are there in Chanaur?
Chanaur had 289 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chanaur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chanaur was 78.60%. Male literacy was 82.38% and female literacy was 74.61%.