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 Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Chani
According to the 2011 Census, Chani village had a total population of 138 people, including 49 males and 89 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 1,816 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.91%, with male literacy at 94.87% and female literacy at 76.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 29.
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 | 138 | 49 | 89 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 10 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 11 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 138, including 49 males and 89 females.
How many households are there in Chani?
Chani had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chani was 82.91%. Male literacy was 94.87% and female literacy was 76.92%.