Chhatni
Chhatni is a village located in Salbani subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Salbani are the district & sub-district headquarters of Chhatni village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Debgram is the gram panchayat of Chhatni village.
Chhatni has its own place in the vibrant Paschim Medinipur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Chhatni
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chhatni is 338803. The village spans a total geographical area of 90.4 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721128. Midnapur is nearest town to Chhatni village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 60km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chhatni village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Salboni Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jhargram Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chhatni
Population of Chhatni
Below is a concise population overview of Chhatni as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 958 | 484 | 474 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 42 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 366 | 184 | 182 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 648 | 361 | 287 |
| Illiterate Population | 310 | 123 | 187 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chhatni village:
- The total population of Chhatni village is around 958, including approximately 484 males and 474 females, with a sex ratio of 979 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 100 children aged 0–6 years in Chhatni village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chhatni village has 366 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 20 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Chhatni village is about 67.64%, with male literacy at 74.59% and female literacy at 60.55%.
- There are around 192 households in Chhatni village.
Connectivity of Chhatni
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chhatni. As per the 2011 stats, Chhatni 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 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chhatni
Knowing the nearby villages of Chhatni helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chhatni.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chhatni
- Where is Chhatni located?
- Chhatni village is situated in Salbani Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chhatni?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chhatni is Debgram (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chhatni?
- The pincode of Chhatni is 721128, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chhatni as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chhatni is 958, with 484 males and 474 females.
- How many households are there in Chhatni as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chhatni village has a total of 192 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chhatni as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chhatni is 67.64%. The male literacy rate is 74.59%, while the female literacy rate is 60.55%.