Chaunri
Chaunri is a village located in Junga tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 26km away from district headquarter Junga. Junga is the sub-district headquarter of Chaunri village. As per 2009 stats, Junga is the gram panchayat of Chaunri village.
Chaunri has its own place in the vibrant Shimla 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 Chaunri
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chaunri is 024849. The village spans a total geographical area of 159.05 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 173217. Shimla is nearest town to Chaunri village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Chaunri 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 Kasumpti Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chaunri
Population of Chaunri
Below is a concise population overview of Chaunri 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 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chaunri village:
- The total population of Chaunri village is around 1,014, including approximately 503 males and 511 females, with a sex ratio of 1015 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 93 children aged 0–6 years in Chaunri village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chaunri village has 434 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 3 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Chaunri village is about 81.26%, with male literacy at 85.88% and female literacy at 76.71%.
- There are around 232 households in Chaunri village.
Connectivity of Chaunri
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chaunri. As per the 2011 stats, Chaunri 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 Chaunri
Knowing the nearby villages of Chaunri helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chaunri.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chaunri
- Where is Chaunri located?
- Chaunri village is situated in Junga Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chaunri?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chaunri is Junga (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chaunri?
- The pincode of Chaunri is 173217, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chaunri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chaunri is 1,014, with 503 males and 511 females.
- How many households are there in Chaunri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chaunri village has a total of 232 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chaunri as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chaunri is 81.26%. The male literacy rate is 85.88%, while the female literacy rate is 76.71%.