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Village code 8685
Chhanni (17) Village, Indora Tehsil: Map, PIN Code and Population
Chhanni (17) is a village in Indora Tehsil, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. This page gives the village map, PIN code, population, village code, gram panchayat, public facilities, roads, water, power, land use and nearby village links in one place.
Data last reviewed: 28 April 2026. Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed.
Village Overview
Chhanni (17) is a village in Indora Tehsil, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. For Chhanni (17), the population is 1,237, PIN code is 176403 and Census village code is 8685. Use this page to understand the basic location, Census village data, public services and nearby villages before checking official records.
Source year
Census 2011 for population and village code, with public village directory data for facilities
Important note
Map and data are for general information. Verify legal and land records from official sources.
Google Map of Chhanni (17) Village
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Quick Facts
| Village code | 8685 |
|---|---|
| PIN code | 176403 |
| Population | 1,237 |
| Households | 221 |
| Area | 158.41 ha / 1.58 sq. km / 391 acres |
| Population density | 781 people per sq. km |
| Sex ratio | 1002 females per 1,000 males |
| Nearest town | Pathankot (10 km) |
| Current state | Himachal Pradesh |
| Census 2011 state | Himachal Pradesh |
| Current district | Kangra |
| Census 2011 district | Kangra |
Postal and PIN Code Details
The table below shows post office records linked with PIN code 176403. This helps users verify the postal area for Chhanni (17), but it does not prove that every listed post office is located inside the village.
| PIN code | 176403 |
|---|---|
| Post offices linked with this PIN | Chhanni BO, Damtal SO, Baleer BO, Basantpur BO, Bhadroya BO, and Mand Manjwan BO |
| Best matching post office | Chhanni BO (Branch office) |
| Delivery office records | 11 |
| Postal district | Kangra |
| Postal state | Himachal Pradesh |
| Postal division | Dharamsala Division |
| Postal circle | Himachal Pradesh Circle |
| Source | India Post Postal Index Number code reference data |
Location and Administration
Chhanni (17) comes under Chhanni (17) gram panchayat and Indora C.D. Block. Its local administrative unit is Indora Tehsil, also recorded as a Census sub-district. The tehsil headquarters is Indora at 10 km. The Census district headquarters, Dharmsala, is 100 km away.
| Current state | Himachal Pradesh |
|---|---|
| Census 2011 state | Himachal Pradesh |
| Current district | Kangra |
| Census 2011 district | Kangra |
| State code | 2 |
| District code | 24 |
| Tehsil / Census sub-district code | 94 |
| C.D. Block code | 9 |
| Block panchayat code | 9 |
Population Profile
The population details below are from Census 2011 village records. They help you understand the size of Chhanni (17) village and its household count.
Total population
1,237 residents in 221 households
Male population
618
Female population
619
SC/ST population
Scheduled Castes: 865; Scheduled Tribes: 228
SC male/female split
Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported
ST male/female split
Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported
Schools and Education
This section shows school facilities reported in the public village directory. School counts follow Census village directory rules. A composite school may be counted under more than one level, such as primary, middle and secondary. If a school count is not reported, confirm the latest local school details before admission or travel.
Government pre-primary school
Not available in village
Private pre-primary school
Not available in village
Government primary school
Available; count: 1
Private primary school
Not available in village
Middle school
Available; government count: 1
Secondary school
Available; government count: 1
Senior secondary school
Not available in village
Vocational / ITI training
Not available in village
Arts and science degree college
Not available in village
Health Facilities
Health facilities are Census-reported facilities such as CHC, PHC, sub-centre, dispensary, mobile health clinic, ASHA worker and medicine shop. They are not real-time service guarantees. Health records can change over time, so use this list as a starting point and confirm the latest service availability locally.
| ASHA worker | Available |
|---|
Connectivity and Public Services
An all-weather road means the village approach was reported as usable in fair and foul weather. Pucca, kuchha, WBM and footpath are separate Census road categories. Mobile coverage means the village was treated as having access when mobile service was available to at least some residents under Census reporting practice. These details also show bus, railway, banking, post office and public service availability reported for the village.
| Public bus service | Available |
|---|---|
| Private bus service | Available |
| Railway station | Not available in village |
| National highway | Available |
| State highway | Not available in village |
| Major district road | Available |
| Black topped road | Available |
| All-weather road | Available |
| Post office | Available |
| Village PIN code facility | Available |
| Mobile phone coverage | Available |
| CSC / internet cafe | Available |
| ATM | Not available in village |
| Commercial bank | Not available in village |
| Cooperative bank | Not available in village |
| Agricultural credit society | Available |
| PDS shop | Available |
| Mandi / regular market | Not available in village |
| Weekly haat | Not available in village |
| Self-help group | Not available in village |
| Anganwadi centre | Not available in village |
| Assembly polling station | Available |
| Birth and death registration office | Available |
| Daily newspaper supply | Available |
| Sports field | Not available in village |
| Public library | Not available in village |
| Public reading room | Not available in village |
Water, Sanitation and Power
Drinking water sources are Census categories such as treated tap water, untreated tap water, covered or uncovered well, hand pump, tube well, spring, river, canal, tank, pond or lake. Power availability means electricity was reported as available for the stated use. It does not mean uninterrupted electricity or current connection status.
| Treated tap water | Not available in village |
|---|---|
| Untreated tap water | Not available in village |
| Hand pump | Available |
| Tube wells / boreholes | Available |
| Closed drainage | Not available in village |
| Open drainage | Available |
| Total sanitation campaign coverage | Available |
| Domestic power supply | Available |
| Agriculture power supply | Available |
| Commercial power supply | Available |
| Summer domestic power | 24 hours per day |
| Winter domestic power | 24 hours per day |
Agriculture and Land Use
Land-use area is reported in hectares using Census village directory land-use categories such as net area sown, irrigated area, forest, fallow land and non-agricultural use. This is useful for general village research, farming context and local area study.
| Net area sown | 47.76 hectares |
|---|---|
| Irrigated area | 9.95 hectares |
| Unirrigated area | 37.81 hectares |
| Wells / tube wells irrigated area | 9.95 hectares |
| Non-agricultural area | 77.53 hectares |
| Current fallow land | 0.75 hectares |
| Main crop | Wheat |
| Second crop | Paddy |
| Third crop | Maize |
Nearby Facility Clues
When a facility is not available inside the village, Census records may give the nearest place or distance range where the facility is available.
| Senior secondary school | Not available in village; nearest reported place: Mohtli, 5-10 km away. |
|---|---|
| Railway station | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is within 5 km. |
| Commercial bank | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is within 5 km. |
| ATM | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is 0 km. |
| Mandi / regular market | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is within 5 km. |
How to Reach Chhanni (17)
Pathankot (10 km) is the nearest statutory town in the available village directory data. Indora is the sub-district headquarters. Use the Google Map above to plan a route. Before travel, check the latest bus, railway and road options from local sources.
| Nearest major town | Pathankot (10 km) |
|---|---|
| Tehsil headquarters | Indora (10 km) |
| Public bus service | Available |
| Railway station in village | Not available in village |
| All-weather road | Available |
Source-Year Notes
Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed. Facility meanings follow District Census Handbook village directory concepts. Local names such as Tehsil, district and gram panchayat may differ from current government records.
For simple meanings of Census village directory terms, see the Census 2011 village directory definitions.
Official Records and Useful Links
Use these official links to verify current government information. Village Maps shows Census 2011 and public directory data for general reference.
- Himachal Pradesh government website Official state/UT portal
- Kangra district administration Official district portal
- Himbhoomi land records Verify land records officially
- Census India Village code 8685
- India Post PIN code search 176403
Additional Facilities Reported
This compact snapshot summarizes public village facility records for Chhanni (17). It helps surface useful facilities without making the page difficult to scan.
| Govt Primary School | Available; 1 |
|---|---|
| Govt Middle School | Available; 1 |
| Govt Secondary School | Available; 1 |
| Covered Well | Available |
| Covered Well Functioning All Round the Year | Available |
| Covered Well Functioning in Summer Months April September | Available |
| Uncovered Well | Available |
| Uncovered Well Functioning All Round the Year | Available |
| Uncovered Well Functioning in Summer Months April September | Available |
| Hand Pump | Available |
| Hand Pump Functioning All Round the Year | Available |
| Hand Pump Functioning in Summer Months April September | Available |
| Tube Wells/Borehole | Available |
| Tube Wells Borehole Functioning All Round the Year | Available |
| Tube Wells Borehole Functioning in Summer Months April September | Available |
| Open Drainage | Available |
| Open Pucca Drainage Uncovered | Available |
| Is the Area Covered Under Total Sanitation Campaign TSC | Available |
| Post Office | Available |
| Sub Post Office | Available |
| Telephone Landlines | Available |
| Public Call Office Mobile PCO | Available |
| Mobile Phone Coverage | Available |
| Internet Cafes / Common Service Centre (CSC) | Available |
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available |
| Taxi | Available |
| Vans | Available |
| National Highway | Available |
| Other District Road | Available |
| Black Topped (Pucca) Road | Available |
| All Weather Road | Available |
| Foothpath | Available |
| Agricultural Credit Societies | Available |
| Public Distribution System PDS Shop | Available |
| Nutritional Centres Others | Available |
How to Use Survey Number and Map Details
Use the village code, district, tehsil, gram panchayat, PIN code and nearest town details as reference points when searching government land records. For ownership, mutation, survey number, legal boundary and plot-level decisions, check the latest record with the revenue department or official land records portal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Chhanni (17) village located?
Chhanni (17) is located in Indora Tehsil, also recorded as a Census sub-district. District: Kangra.
Which Tehsil is Chhanni (17) in?
Chhanni (17) is in Indora Tehsil. In Census tables, this level is also called a sub-district.
Which district is Chhanni (17) in?
District: Kangra.
What is the village code of Chhanni (17)?
The Census village code of Chhanni (17) is 8685.
What is the PIN code of Chhanni (17)?
The PIN code reported for Chhanni (17) is 176403.
What is the population of Chhanni (17)?
Chhanni (17) has 1,237 residents in 221 households as per Census 2011.
Which is the nearest town to Chhanni (17)?
The nearest statutory town to Chhanni (17) is Pathankot (10 km).
Which crops are grown in Chhanni (17)?
The main crops reported for Chhanni (17) are Wheat, Paddy, and Maize.
What land-use details are available for Chhanni (17)?
Land-use details for Chhanni (17) include net area sown: 47.76 hectares, irrigated area: 9.95 hectares, and unirrigated area: 37.81 hectares.
Is there a government primary school in Chhanni (17)?
Government primary school status for Chhanni (17) is available in the village.
Is public bus service available in Chhanni (17)?
Public bus service is available in the village.
Is mobile phone coverage available in Chhanni (17)?
Mobile phone coverage is available in the village.
What is the total area of Chhanni (17)?
The total geographical area of Chhanni (17) is 158.41 hectares.
How many households are in Chhanni (17)?
Chhanni (17) has 221 households as per Census 2011.
Is tap water available in Chhanni (17)?
Treated tap water is not available in village.
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