Chankher - Mandal, Bhilwara
Chankher is a village situated in the Mandal tehsil of Bhilwara district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mandal and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Bhilwara. Chankhed serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chankher village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chankher is 095262. The village covers a total geographical area of 1068 hectares and falls under the 311403 pincode. Bhilwara is the nearest town, located about 49 km away.
Chankher village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chankher
As per Census 2011, Chankher village has a total population of 1,314 people, consisting of 660 males and 654 females. The village has 266 households and a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males. There are 187 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 680 literate and 634 illiterate residents. Additionally, 203 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chankher are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,314 | 660 | 654 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 187 | 95 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 203 | 97 | 106 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 680 | 412 | 268 |
| Illiterate Population | 634 | 248 | 386 |
Nearby Villages of Chankher
Chankher is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Naya Khera | South | 2.05 km |
| Jalariya | North | 2.13 km |
| Fatehpura | North | 3.22 km |
| Jeendras | North-East | 3.38 km |
| Bankli | South-West | 3.69 km |
| Laduwas | West | 4.26 km |
| Nahargarh | South | 4.30 km |
| Jorawarpura | North-East | 4.32 km |
| Hatheepura | North | 4.75 km |
| Luhariya | North-East | 4.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chankher
Chankher is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dhuwala, while the nearest airport is Maharana Pratap Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 87.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Bhilwara to Chankher is about 49 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chankher
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chankher village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chankher
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chankher 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Chankher
Where is Chankher located?
Chankher village is located in Mandal Tehsil, Bhilwara district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chankher?
The Gram Panchayat of Chankher is Chankhed.
What is the pincode of Chankher?
The pincode of Chankher is 311403.
What is the population of Chankher?
Chankher has a total population of 1,314, including 660 males and 654 females.
How many households are there in Chankher?
There are 266 households in Chankher.
What is the literacy rate in Chankher?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chankher is 51.75%. Male literacy is 62.42% and female literacy is 40.98%.