Chhani

Chhani is a village located in Baruipur subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 9.9km away from sub-district headquarter Piyali (tehsildar office) and 35.2km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Hardhah is the gram panchayat of Chhani village.

Chhani has its own place in the vibrant South Twenty Four Parganas 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 Chhani

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chhani is 333984. The village spans a total geographical area of 202.75 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743376. Baruipur is nearest town to Chhani village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.

When it comes to local governance, Chhani 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 Baruipur Purba Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jadavpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Chhani

Below is a concise population overview of Chhani as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,327 1,684 1,643
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 369 175 194
Scheduled Castes (SC) 2,092 1,057 1,035
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 2,053 1,214 839
Illiterate Population 1,274 470 804

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chhani village:

  • The total population of Chhani village is around 3,327, including approximately 1,684 males and 1,643 females, with a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 369 children aged 0–6 years in Chhani village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Chhani village has 2,092 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Chhani village is about 61.71%, with male literacy at 72.09% and female literacy at 51.07%.
  • There are around 774 households in Chhani village.

Connectivity of Chhani

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chhani. As per the 2011 stats, Chhani had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Chhani

Knowing the nearby villages of Chhani helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chhani.

Madhabpur Phuldubi Chitrasali Uttar Bhag Kalabaru Tengar Baria Joykrishna Nagar Kuruli Ramdhari Ghola Dakshin Ghola

Frequently Asked Questions about Chhani

Where is Chhani located?
Chhani village is situated in Baruipur Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhani?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhani is Hardhah (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Chhani?
The pincode of Chhani is 743376, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chhani as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chhani is 3,327, with 1,684 males and 1,643 females.
How many households are there in Chhani as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chhani village has a total of 774 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhani as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chhani is 61.71%. The male literacy rate is 72.09%, while the female literacy rate is 51.07%.