Chhana - Bagwalipokhar, Almora
Chhana is a village situated in the Bagwalipokhar tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 24 km from Dwarahat and around 62 km from Almora. Chana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhana is 052787. The village covers a total geographical area of 68.57 hectares and falls under the 263645 pincode. Dwarahat is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Chhana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dwarahat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chhana
According to the 2011 Census, Chhana village had a total population of 261 people, including 114 males and 147 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 1,289 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.36%, with male literacy at 98.98% and female literacy at 68.84%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 261 | 114 | 147 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 16 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 192 | 97 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 69 | 17 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Chhana
Chhana 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 Chhana
Chhana 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 Dwarahat to Chhana is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Chhana is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chhana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chhana
Where is Chhana located?
Chhana village is located in Bagwalipokhar Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chhana?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhana is Chana.
What is the pincode of Chhana?
The pincode of Chhana is 263645.
What is the population of Chhana?
Chhana had a total population of 261, including 114 males and 147 females.
How many households are there in Chhana?
Chhana had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhana was 81.36%. Male literacy was 98.98% and female literacy was 68.84%.