Chanakpur
Chanakpur is a village located in Bajpur tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Bajpur (tehsildar office) and 48km away from district headquarter Rudrapur. As per 2009 stats, Chanakpur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chanakpur unique in its vibrant Bajpur-Udham Singh Nagar region. You’ll see Chanakpur’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 Chanakpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chanakpur is 055887. The village spans a total geographical area of 187.14 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 262401. Bajpur is nearest town to Chanakpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Chanakpur
Population of Chanakpur
According to the 2011 Census, Chanakpur has a total population of about 1,486, with approximately 784 males and 702 females. The sex ratio is around 895 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 280 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 78 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 328. The overall literacy rate is approximately 47.38%, with male literacy at about 57.91% and female literacy near 35.61%. There are around 243 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chanakpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,486 | 784 | 702 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 280 | 143 | 137 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 78 | 47 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 328 | 164 | 164 |
| Literate Population | 704 | 454 | 250 |
| Illiterate Population | 782 | 330 | 452 |
Connectivity of Chanakpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chanakpur. As per the 2011 stats, Chanakpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chanakpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Chanakpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chanakpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chanakpur
- Where is Chanakpur located?
- Chanakpur village is situated in Bajpur Tehsil, within the Udham Singh Nagar district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chanakpur?
- Chanakpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chanakpur?
- The pincode of Chanakpur is 262401, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chanakpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chanakpur is 1,486, with 784 males and 702 females.
- How many households are there in Chanakpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chanakpur village has a total of 243 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chanakpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chanakpur is 47.38%. The male literacy rate is 57.91%, while the female literacy rate is 35.61%.