Chak Chani - Kolayat, Bikaner
Chak Chani is a village situated in the Kolayat tehsil of Bikaner district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kolayat and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Bikaner. Chani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chak Chani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Chani is 069495. The village covers a total geographical area of 485 hectares and falls under the 334302 pincode. Bikaner is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Chak Chani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kolayat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bikaner Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chak Chani
According to the 2011 Census, Chak Chani village had a total population of 37 people, including 19 males and 18 females, living in 6 households. The sex ratio was 947 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.00%, with male literacy at 58.82% and female literacy at 40.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 12.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 37 | 19 | 18 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 16 | 10 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 21 | 9 | 12 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Chani
Chak Chani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chani | East | 2.12 km |
| Inda Ka Bala | West | 2.70 km |
| Araji Jitoosingh | North | 3.28 km |
| Araji Nala | South-East | 4.56 km |
| Sheeshan | South-East | 4.90 km |
| Kotri | West | 5.00 km |
| Kishnayat Budhan | North-West | 5.33 km |
| Shiv Sutharan | North-West | 7.05 km |
| Goyalri | North | 7.11 km |
| Chandasar | North-East | 7.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chak Chani
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Chak Chani. The nearest railway station is Channi Halt, while the nearest airport is Nal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 21.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bikaner to Chak Chani is about 50 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 Chak Chani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak Chani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chak Chani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chak Chani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chak Chani
Where is Chak Chani located?
Chak Chani village is located in Kolayat Tehsil, Bikaner district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chak Chani?
The Gram Panchayat of Chak Chani is Chani.
What is the pincode of Chak Chani?
The pincode of Chak Chani is 334302.
What is the population of Chak Chani?
Chak Chani had a total population of 37, including 19 males and 18 females.
How many households are there in Chak Chani?
Chak Chani had 6 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Chani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Chani was 50.00%. Male literacy was 58.82% and female literacy was 40.00%.