Chanani
Chanani is a village located in Pokaran tehsil of Jaisalmer district in Rajasthan, India. It is situated 36km away from sub-district headquarter Pokaran (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Jaisalmer. As per 2009 stats, Odhaniya is the gram panchayat of Chanani village.
Here you can discover what makes Chanani unique in its vibrant Pokaran-Jaisalmer region. You’ll see Chanani’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 Chanani
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chanani is 086283. The village spans a total geographical area of 6670 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 345031. Pokaran is nearest town to Chanani village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 36km away.
Google Map of Chanani
Population of Chanani
According to the 2011 Census, Chanani has a total population of about 1,352, with approximately 721 males and 631 females. The sex ratio is around 875 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 312 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 109 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 40.24%, with male literacy at about 56.59% and female literacy near 21.55%. There are around 221 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chanani's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,352 | 721 | 631 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 312 | 162 | 150 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 109 | 59 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 544 | 408 | 136 |
| Illiterate Population | 808 | 313 | 495 |
Connectivity of Chanani
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chanani. As per the 2011 stats, Chanani had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chanani
Knowing the nearby villages of Chanani helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chanani.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chanani
- Where is Chanani located?
- Chanani village is situated in Pokaran Tehsil, within the Jaisalmer district of Rajasthan, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chanani?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chanani is Odhaniya (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chanani?
- The pincode of Chanani is 345031, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chanani as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chanani is 1,352, with 721 males and 631 females.
- How many households are there in Chanani as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chanani village has a total of 221 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chanani as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chanani is 40.24%. The male literacy rate is 56.59%, while the female literacy rate is 21.55%.