Chanaini - Nanpara, Bahraich
Chanaini is a village situated in the Nanpara tehsil of Bahraich district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nanpara and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Bahraich. Chanaini village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chanaini is 171409. The village covers a total geographical area of 352.74 hectares and falls under the 271865 pincode. Nanpara is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Chanaini village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Matera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bahraich Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chanaini
According to the 2011 Census, Chanaini village had a total population of 1,976 people, including 1,014 males and 962 females, living in 321 households. The sex ratio was 949 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 23.96%, with male literacy at 32.47% and female literacy at 14.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 444.
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 | 1,976 | 1,014 | 962 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 440 | 204 | 236 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 444 | 229 | 215 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 368 | 263 | 105 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,608 | 751 | 857 |
Nearby Villages of Chanaini
Chanaini 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Janki Nagar | South | 1.11 km |
| Chamar Purwa | South | 1.89 km |
| Bankashahi | West | 2.01 km |
| Viraie Gaon | North-West | 2.15 km |
| Satijor | South-West | 2.24 km |
| Damodra | South-East | 2.55 km |
| Sheopura | North-West | 3.12 km |
| Jharihak Dih | South | 3.13 km |
| Dharm Nagar | South-West | 3.45 km |
| Badhani | South-East | 3.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chanaini
Chanaini is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Babaganj, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 124.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nanpara to Chanaini is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bahraich to Chanaini is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chanaini
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chanaini village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chanaini
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chanaini 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 Chanaini
Where is Chanaini located?
Chanaini village is located in Nanpara Tehsil, Bahraich district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chanaini?
Chanaini is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chanaini?
The pincode of Chanaini is 271865.
What is the population of Chanaini?
Chanaini had a total population of 1,976, including 1,014 males and 962 females.
How many households are there in Chanaini?
Chanaini had 321 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chanaini?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chanaini was 23.96%. Male literacy was 32.47% and female literacy was 14.46%.