Chanaga - Dudhi, Sonbhadra
Chanaga is a village situated in the Dudhi tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dudhi and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Chanaga village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chanaga is 214189. The village covers a total geographical area of 902.47 hectares and falls under the 231208 pincode.
Chanaga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Duddhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Robertsganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chanaga
As per Census 2011, Chanaga village has a total population of 2,001 people, consisting of 1,026 males and 975 females. The village has 412 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 362 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 690 literate and 1,311 illiterate residents. Additionally, 320 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,640 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chanaga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,001 | 1,026 | 975 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 362 | 179 | 183 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 320 | 172 | 148 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,640 | 836 | 804 |
| Literate Population | 690 | 485 | 205 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,311 | 541 | 770 |
Nearby Villages of Chanaga
Chanaga 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lilasi Khurd | North-East | 2.93 km |
| Jura | South | 2.99 km |
| Arangpani | North-West | 3.08 km |
| Chari | West | 3.34 km |
| Dhankhor | South-East | 3.74 km |
| Lilasi Kala | North-East | 4.40 km |
| Lavband | North-West | 4.98 km |
| Jamapani | North | 5.62 km |
| Baghmandwa | North | 5.68 km |
| Ghaghara | South | 5.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chanaga
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Chanaga. The nearest railway station is Jharokhas, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 129.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Sonbhadra to Chanaga is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chanaga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chanaga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chanaga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chanaga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chanaga
Where is Chanaga located?
Chanaga village is located in Dudhi Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chanaga?
Chanaga is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chanaga?
The pincode of Chanaga is 231208.
What is the population of Chanaga?
Chanaga has a total population of 2,001, including 1,026 males and 975 females.
How many households are there in Chanaga?
There are 412 households in Chanaga.
What is the literacy rate in Chanaga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chanaga is 34.48%. Male literacy is 47.27% and female literacy is 21.03%.