Chani
Chani is a village located in Kolayat tehsil of Bikaner district in Rajasthan, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Kolayat (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Bikaner. As per 2009 stats, Chani village is also a gram panchayat.
Chani has its own place in the vibrant Bikaner region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Chani
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chani is 069496. The village spans a total geographical area of 4488 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 334302. Bikaner is nearest town to Chani village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 50km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chani village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kolayat Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bikaner Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chani
Population of Chani
Below is a concise population overview of Chani as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,717 | 1,424 | 1,293 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 475 | 264 | 211 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,089 | 558 | 531 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,048 | 662 | 386 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,669 | 762 | 907 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chani village:
- The total population of Chani village is around 2,717, including approximately 1,424 males and 1,293 females, with a sex ratio of 908 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 475 children aged 0–6 years in Chani village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chani village has 1,089 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 4 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Chani village is about 38.57%, with male literacy at 46.49% and female literacy at 29.85%.
- There are around 440 households in Chani village.
Connectivity of Chani
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chani. As per the 2011 stats, Chani 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chani
Knowing the nearby villages of Chani helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chani.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chani
- Where is Chani located?
- Chani village is situated in Kolayat Tehsil, within the Bikaner district of Rajasthan, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chani?
- Chani serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chani?
- The pincode of Chani is 334302, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chani as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chani is 2,717, with 1,424 males and 1,293 females.
- How many households are there in Chani as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chani village has a total of 440 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chani as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chani is 38.57%. The male literacy rate is 46.49%, while the female literacy rate is 29.85%.