Chaunri - Junga, Shimla
Chaunri is a village situated in the Junga tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Junga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chaunri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chaunri is 024849. The village covers a total geographical area of 159.05 hectares and falls under the 171218 pincode. Shimla is the nearest town.
Chaunri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kasumpti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chaunri
As per Census 2011, Chaunri village has a total population of 1,014 people, consisting of 503 males and 511 females. The village has 232 households and a sex ratio of 1,015 females per 1,000 males. There are 93 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 824 literate and 190 illiterate residents. Additionally, 434 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chaunri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,014 | 503 | 511 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 42 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 434 | 212 | 222 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 824 | 432 | 392 |
| Illiterate Population | 190 | 71 | 119 |
Nearby Villages of Chaunri
Chaunri is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Chaunri
Chaunri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Chaunri is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chaunri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chaunri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chaunri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chaunri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Chaunri
Where is Chaunri located?
Chaunri village is located in Junga Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chaunri?
The Gram Panchayat of Chaunri is Junga.
What is the pincode of Chaunri?
The pincode of Chaunri is 171218.
What is the population of Chaunri?
Chaunri has a total population of 1,014, including 503 males and 511 females.
How many households are there in Chaunri?
There are 232 households in Chaunri.
What is the literacy rate in Chaunri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chaunri is 81.26%. Male literacy is 85.88% and female literacy is 76.71%.