Chhatena - Dwarahat, Almora
Chhatena is a village situated in the Dwarahat tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dwarahat and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Chatena serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhatena village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhatena is 052714. The village covers a total geographical area of 79.94 hectares and falls under the 263653 pincode. Dwarahat is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Chhatena 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 Dwarahat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chhatena
According to the 2011 Census, Chhatena village had a total population of 346 people, including 156 males and 190 females, living in 71 households. The sex ratio was 1,218 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.36%, with male literacy at 96.32% and female literacy at 74.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 95, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) 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 | 346 | 156 | 190 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 20 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 95 | 50 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 259 | 131 | 128 |
| Illiterate Population | 87 | 25 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Chhatena
Chhatena 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 Chhatena
Chhatena 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dwarahat to Chhatena is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Chhatena is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhatena
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhatena village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chhatena
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhatena 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 Chhatena
Where is Chhatena located?
Chhatena village is located in Dwarahat Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chhatena?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhatena is Chatena.
What is the pincode of Chhatena?
The pincode of Chhatena is 263653.
What is the population of Chhatena?
Chhatena had a total population of 346, including 156 males and 190 females.
How many households are there in Chhatena?
Chhatena had 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhatena?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhatena was 84.36%. Male literacy was 96.32% and female literacy was 74.85%.