Chankoya
Chankoya is a village located in Balachaur tehsil of Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Balachaur (tehsildar office) and 17km away from district headquarter Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar . As per 2009 stats, Chankoya village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chankoya unique in its vibrant Balachaur-Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar region. You’ll see Chankoya’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 Chankoya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chankoya is 032477. The village spans a total geographical area of 254 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144526. Balachaur is nearest town to Chankoya village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Chankoya
Population of Chankoya
According to the 2011 Census, Chankoya has a total population of about 1,200, with approximately 634 males and 566 females. The sex ratio is around 892 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 144 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 650 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 62.42%, with male literacy at about 65.62% and female literacy near 58.83%. There are around 257 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chankoya's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,200 | 634 | 566 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 144 | 79 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 650 | 320 | 330 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 749 | 416 | 333 |
| Illiterate Population | 451 | 218 | 233 |
Connectivity of Chankoya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chankoya. As per the 2011 stats, Chankoya had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chankoya
Knowing the nearby villages of Chankoya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chankoya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chankoya
- Where is Chankoya located?
- Chankoya village is situated in Balachaur Tehsil, within the Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chankoya?
- Chankoya serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chankoya?
- The pincode of Chankoya is 144526, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chankoya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chankoya is 1,200, with 634 males and 566 females.
- How many households are there in Chankoya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chankoya village has a total of 257 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chankoya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chankoya is 62.42%. The male literacy rate is 65.62%, while the female literacy rate is 58.83%.