Chonp - Amber, Jaipur
Chonp is a village situated in the Amber tehsil of Jaipur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amber and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Jaipur. Chounp serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chonp village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chonp is 080345. The village covers a total geographical area of 1057 hectares and falls under the 303805 pincode. Chomu is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Chonp village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Amber Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaipur Rural Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chonp
As per Census 2011, Chonp village has a total population of 6,005 people, consisting of 3,073 males and 2,932 females. The village has 945 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 942 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,522 literate and 2,483 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,206 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 76 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chonp are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,005 | 3,073 | 2,932 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 942 | 500 | 442 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,206 | 611 | 595 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 76 | 34 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 3,522 | 2,178 | 1,344 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,483 | 895 | 1,588 |
Nearby Villages of Chonp
Chonp 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Israwala | North | 2.44 km |
| Pokharawala @ Anandpura | East | 2.94 km |
| Khora Shyamdas | South-West | 3.28 km |
| Chak Degdas | West | 3.30 km |
| Bheevpura | East | 3.52 km |
| Bagwada | South-East | 3.60 km |
| Cheethwari | North-West | 3.85 km |
| Degdas | South-West | 4.00 km |
| Bilonchi | North-East | 4.21 km |
| Badanpura | South-West | 4.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chonp
Chonp is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Bhaton Ki Gali, while the nearest airport is Jaipur International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chomu to Chonp is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jaipur to Chonp is about 30 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 Chonp
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chonp village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chonp
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chonp village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chonp
Where is Chonp located?
Chonp village is located in Amber Tehsil, Jaipur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chonp?
The Gram Panchayat of Chonp is Chounp.
What is the pincode of Chonp?
The pincode of Chonp is 303805.
What is the population of Chonp?
Chonp has a total population of 6,005, including 3,073 males and 2,932 females.
How many households are there in Chonp?
There are 945 households in Chonp.
What is the literacy rate in Chonp?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chonp is 58.65%. Male literacy is 70.88% and female literacy is 45.84%.