Chanon - Bhawanigarh, Sangrur
Chanon is a village situated in the Bhawanigarh tehsil of Sangrur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 33 km from Sangrur and around 33 km from Sangrur. Channo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chanon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chanon is 039691. The village covers a total geographical area of 465 hectares and falls under the 148026 pincode. Bhawani Garh is the nearest town.
Chanon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dirba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangrur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chanon
According to the 2011 Census, Chanon village had a total population of 1,853 people, including 979 males and 874 females. The village had 362 households and a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males. The village had 199 children in the 0–6 age group. The village had 1,148 literate and 705 illiterate residents. Scheduled Castes (SC) accounted for 371 people.
The table below presents population figures by category, with separate male and female counts.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,853 | 979 | 874 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 199 | 92 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 371 | 198 | 173 |
| Literate Population | 1,148 | 656 | 492 |
| Illiterate Population | 705 | 323 | 382 |
Nearby Villages of Chanon
Chanon 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 Chanon
Chanon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Sangrur to Chanon is about 33 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chanon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chanon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chanon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chanon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chanon
Where is Chanon located?
Chanon village is located in Bhawanigarh Tehsil, Sangrur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chanon?
The Gram Panchayat of Chanon is Channo.
What is the pincode of Chanon?
The pincode of Chanon is 148026.
What is the population of Chanon?
Chanon had a total population of 1,853, including 979 males and 874 females.
How many households are there in Chanon?
Chanon had 362 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chanon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chanon was 69.41%. Male literacy was 73.96% and female literacy was 64.15%.