Chhantana - Bhanoli, Almora
Chhantana is a village situated in the Bhanoli tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanoli and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Dhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhantana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhantana is 053627. The village covers a total geographical area of 27.62 hectares and falls under the 263622 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 57 km away.
Chhantana 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 Chhantana
According to the 2011 Census, Chhantana village had a total population of 116 people, including 44 males and 72 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 1,636 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.73%, with male literacy at 83.33% and female literacy at 66.67%.
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 | 116 | 44 | 72 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 72 | 30 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 44 | 14 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Chhantana
Chhantana 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 Chhantana
Chhantana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Almora to Chhantana is about 57 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhantana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhantana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chhantana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhantana 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chhantana
Where is Chhantana located?
Chhantana village is located in Bhanoli Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chhantana?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhantana is Dhar.
What is the pincode of Chhantana?
The pincode of Chhantana is 263622.
What is the population of Chhantana?
Chhantana had a total population of 116, including 44 males and 72 females.
How many households are there in Chhantana?
Chhantana had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhantana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhantana was 72.73%. Male literacy was 83.33% and female literacy was 66.67%.