Chhant
Chhant is a village located in Mukerian tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Mukerian (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Chhant village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chhant unique in its vibrant Mukerian-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Chhant’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 Chhant
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chhant is 031149. The village spans a total geographical area of 105 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144214. Mukerian is nearest town to Chhant village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Chhant
Population of Chhant
According to the 2011 Census, Chhant has a total population of about 721, with approximately 371 males and 350 females. The sex ratio is around 943 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 83 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 118 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.26%, with male literacy at about 76.28% and female literacy near 68.00%. There are around 153 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chhant's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 721 | 371 | 350 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 42 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 118 | 60 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 521 | 283 | 238 |
| Illiterate Population | 200 | 88 | 112 |
Connectivity of Chhant
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chhant. As per the 2011 stats, Chhant had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chhant
Knowing the nearby villages of Chhant helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chhant.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chhant
- Where is Chhant located?
- Chhant village is situated in Mukerian Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chhant?
- Chhant serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chhant?
- The pincode of Chhant is 144214, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chhant as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chhant is 721, with 371 males and 350 females.
- How many households are there in Chhant as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chhant village has a total of 153 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chhant as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chhant is 72.26%. The male literacy rate is 76.28%, while the female literacy rate is 68.00%.