Chhana - Chaukhutiya, Almora
Chhana is a village situated in the Chaukhutiya tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chaukhutiya and around 93 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Chana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhana is 052012. The village covers a total geographical area of 51.99 hectares and falls under the 263645 pincode. Dwarahat is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Chhana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Chhana
According to the 2011 Census, Chhana village had a total population of 209 people, including 86 males and 123 females, living in 49 households. The sex ratio was 1,430 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.14%, with male literacy at 95.65% and female literacy at 74.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1.
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 | 209 | 86 | 123 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 17 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 143 | 66 | 77 |
| Illiterate Population | 66 | 20 | 46 |
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, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Dwarahat to Chhana is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Chhana is about 93 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chhana
Where is Chhana located?
Chhana village is located in Chaukhutiya 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 209, including 86 males and 123 females.
How many households are there in Chhana?
Chhana had 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhana was 83.14%. Male literacy was 95.65% and female literacy was 74.76%.