Chonta
Chonta is a village located in Anandpur Sahib tehsil of Rupnagar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Anandpur Sahib (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Rupnagar. As per 2009 stats, Chaunta is the gram panchayat of Chonta village.
Here you can discover what makes Chonta unique in its vibrant Anandpur Sahib-Rupnagar region. You’ll see Chonta’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 Chonta
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chonta is 038502. The village spans a total geographical area of 142 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 140115. Rupnagar is nearest town to Chonta village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Chonta
Population of Chonta
According to the 2011 Census, Chonta has a total population of about 637, with approximately 332 males and 305 females. The sex ratio is around 918 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 86 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 230 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 66.41%, with male literacy at about 73.49% and female literacy near 58.69%. There are around 117 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chonta's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 637 | 332 | 305 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 42 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 230 | 122 | 108 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 423 | 244 | 179 |
| Illiterate Population | 214 | 88 | 126 |
Connectivity of Chonta
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chonta. As per the 2011 stats, Chonta had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chonta
Knowing the nearby villages of Chonta helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chonta.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chonta
- Where is Chonta located?
- Chonta village is situated in Anandpur Sahib Tehsil, within the Rupnagar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chonta?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chonta is Chaunta (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chonta?
- The pincode of Chonta is 140115, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chonta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chonta is 637, with 332 males and 305 females.
- How many households are there in Chonta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chonta village has a total of 117 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chonta as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chonta is 66.41%. The male literacy rate is 73.49%, while the female literacy rate is 58.69%.