Chani - Chaukhutiya, Almora
Chani is a village situated in the Chaukhutiya tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chaukhutiya and around 98 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Chani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chani is 051972. The village covers a total geographical area of 33.17 hectares and falls under the 263658 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 39 km away.
Chani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chani
As per Census 2011, Chani village has a total population of 138 people, consisting of 49 males and 89 females. The village has 31 households and a sex ratio of 1,816 females per 1,000 males. There are 21 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 97 literate and 41 illiterate residents. Additionally, 29 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 138 | 49 | 89 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 10 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 11 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 97 | 37 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 41 | 12 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Chani
Chani 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 Chani
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Chani.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Ranikhet to Chani is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Chani is about 98 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chani 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 Chani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chani 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chani
Where is Chani located?
Chani village is located in Chaukhutiya Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chani?
Chani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chani?
The pincode of Chani is 263658.
What is the population of Chani?
Chani has a total population of 138, including 49 males and 89 females.
How many households are there in Chani?
There are 31 households in Chani.
What is the literacy rate in Chani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chani is 70.29%. Male literacy is 75.51% and female literacy is 67.42%.