Chauna Bhanar - Bhanoli, Almora
Chauna Bhanar is a village situated in the Bhanoli tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanoli and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Chouna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chauna Bhanar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chauna Bhanar is 053583. The village covers a total geographical area of 330.15 hectares and falls under the 263622 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Chauna Bhanar 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 Jageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chauna Bhanar
According to the 2011 Census, Chauna Bhanar village had a total population of 183 people, including 79 males and 104 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 1,316 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.78%, with male literacy at 91.43% and female literacy at 57.95%.
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 | 183 | 79 | 104 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 9 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 115 | 64 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 68 | 15 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Chauna Bhanar
Chauna Bhanar 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 Chauna Bhanar
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Chauna Bhanar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Almora to Chauna Bhanar is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chauna Bhanar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chauna Bhanar 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chauna Bhanar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chauna Bhanar 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chauna Bhanar
Where is Chauna Bhanar located?
Chauna Bhanar village is located in Bhanoli Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chauna Bhanar?
The Gram Panchayat of Chauna Bhanar is Chouna.
What is the pincode of Chauna Bhanar?
The pincode of Chauna Bhanar is 263622.
What is the population of Chauna Bhanar?
Chauna Bhanar had a total population of 183, including 79 males and 104 females.
How many households are there in Chauna Bhanar?
Chauna Bhanar had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chauna Bhanar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chauna Bhanar was 72.78%. Male literacy was 91.43% and female literacy was 57.95%.