Chankana
About Chankana
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Chankana village is 049727. Chankana village is located in Berinag tehsil of Pithoragarh district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Berinag (tehsildar office) and 101km away from district headquarter Pithoragarh. As per 2009 stats, Chankana village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 31.14 hectares. Chankana has a total population of 271 peoples, out of which male population is 115 while female population is 156. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1356 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of chankana village is 64.58% out of which 77.39% males and 55.13% females are literate. There are about 67 houses in chankana village. Pincode of chankana village locality is 262531.
Didihat is nearest town to chankana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 60km away.
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Population of Chankana
The population details of Chankana cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 271 | 115 | 156 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 30 | 17 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 16 | 6 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 175 | 89 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 96 | 26 | 70 |
Connectivity of Chankana
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Chankana
Where is Chankana located?
Chankana village is situated in Berinag Tehsil, within the Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chankana?
Chankana serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Chankana?
The pincode of Chankana is 262531, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chankana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chankana is 271, with 115 males and 156 females.
How many households are there in Chankana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chankana village has a total of 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chankana as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chankana is 64.58%. The male literacy rate is 77.39%, while the female literacy rate is 55.13%.