Chankana
Chankana is a village 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.
Here you can discover what makes Chankana unique in its vibrant Berinag-Pithoragarh region. You’ll see Chankana’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 Chankana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chankana is 049727. The village spans a total geographical area of 31.14 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 262531. Didihat is nearest town to Chankana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 60km away.
Google Map of Chankana
Population of Chankana
According to the 2011 Census, Chankana has a total population of about 271, with approximately 115 males and 156 females. The sex ratio is around 1356 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 30 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 16 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 64.58%, with male literacy at about 77.39% and female literacy near 55.13%. There are around 67 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chankana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 271 | 115 | 156 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 17 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 6 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 175 | 89 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 96 | 26 | 70 |
Connectivity of Chankana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chankana. As per the 2011 stats, Chankana had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Chankana
Knowing the nearby villages of Chankana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chankana.
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%.