Chanani - Niwai, Tonk
Chanani is a village situated in the Niwai tehsil of Tonk district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Niwai and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Tonk. Chanani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chanani is 092790. The village covers a total geographical area of 650.7 hectares and falls under the 304021 pincode. Niwai is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Chanani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Niwai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tonk-Sawai Madhopur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chanani
As per Census 2011, Chanani village has a total population of 1,238 people, consisting of 622 males and 616 females. The village has 216 households and a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males. There are 174 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 918 literate and 320 illiterate residents. Additionally, 152 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 110 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chanani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,238 | 622 | 616 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 174 | 81 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 152 | 73 | 79 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 110 | 59 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 918 | 514 | 404 |
| Illiterate Population | 320 | 108 | 212 |
Nearby Villages of Chanani
Chanani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mahasinghpura @ Majookra | South-West | 2.06 km |
| Brijlalpura | East | 2.28 km |
| Shri Dayalpura | South-East | 2.37 km |
| Kanesar | South-West | 2.86 km |
| Sajiya | South | 3.42 km |
| Shri Kripalpura | South-West | 3.45 km |
| Kachariya | West | 3.45 km |
| Nainwa | North | 3.51 km |
| Khera Mukundpura | North-West | 3.89 km |
| Hanotiya Bujurg | North-West | 4.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chanani
Chanani is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Channani, while the nearest airport is Jaipur International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Niwai to Chanani is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tonk to Chanani is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chanani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chanani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chanani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chanani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chanani
Where is Chanani located?
Chanani village is located in Niwai Tehsil, Tonk district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chanani?
Chanani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chanani?
The pincode of Chanani is 304021.
What is the population of Chanani?
Chanani has a total population of 1,238, including 622 males and 616 females.
How many households are there in Chanani?
There are 216 households in Chanani.
What is the literacy rate in Chanani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chanani is 74.15%. Male literacy is 82.64% and female literacy is 65.58%.